2019 Map of Lime Creek

About this map

Rio Grande National Forest dominates the high-altitude landscape of this 2019 survey, where the drainages of the San Luis Valley begin their descent. The map captures a rugged network of watercourses including N Fork Carnero Cr and San Juan Cr, defining the complex topography of Saguache County. Land use is characterized by traditional ranching and forestry access, represented by a sparse grid of forest and county roads such as Lime Creek Rd and Co RD 42k. Distinctive geographic markers like Fullerton Park and the sharp descent of Red Rock Canyon provide clear reference points for the transition from timbered slopes to the arid gulches below. Notable terrain features including Poison Gulch and Sanderson Gulch illustrate the seasonal hydrology of the region, while newer developments like Lime Creek Estate Rd suggest modern residential expansion into the mountainous terrain.