2011 Map of La Plata Canyon

About this map

La Plata City Post Office and the settlement of La Plata anchor this desert landscape, where water sources dictate the geography of human activity. The map reveals a high concentration of springs, such as Summit Spring, Eleven Mile Springs, and Wild Horse Spring, scattered throughout the high-altitude terrain. These vital water points, including the sequenced La Plata Spring Number 2 and La Plata Spring Number 3, supported local ranching and mining efforts in the Stillwater Range. The rugged drainage of La Plata Canyon and the surrounding Wildhorse Canyon cut through the arid hills, defined by landmarks like Black Knob and the evocative Burnt Cabin Spring. This digital survey provides a clear view of the sparse road networks and topographic features that have shaped life in Churchill County for over a century.