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2016 Map of Long Point

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Long Point
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Kimball Mtn and Cow Ridge define the high elevations of this Garfield County landscape, where the hydrology is shaped by an extensive network of irrigation infrastructure. The lower drainages of Roan Cr and Conn Cr are fed by numerous historic water management systems, including the Hobo Ditch, Gibler Ditch, and Conwell Ditch. These features illustrate the vital role of water rights and transport in supporting the region's agricultural and ranching efforts.

Transportation through this high country is limited to a few primary arteries like Co RD 204 and Co HWY 213, which follow the natural contours of the gulches. Landmarks such as Chimney Rock and Long Point provide orientation across the townships, while the presence of the Cr and Newman Ditch and HVS and S Ditch further underscores the human engineering required to navigate and utilize this semi-arid environment.