2020 Map of Mancos Mesa NE

About this map

Red Rock Plateau dominates this high-desert landscape in San Juan County, revealing a complex network of drainages and natural water sources essential for desert survival. This modern survey documents the topographical intricate details of the terrain, showing the relationship between elevated features like Wingate Mesa and the deep incisions of White Canyon and Mahon Canyon. Vital water sources such as Cold Water Spring, Dripping Spring, and Pocket Spring are precisely located, providing crucial data for those studying the hydrology of these arid canyonlands. Access is illustrated by the rugged Red Canyon Rd and Horse Tanks Rd, which navigate the steep descents and rises of the plateau. Notable landforms including Piute Pass and Hidden Valley highlight the natural pathways and sheltered pockets that have historically defined movement through this part of the Colorado Plateau.