1971 Map of Mc Inturf Mesa

About this map

Mc Inturf Mesa and the high desert terrain of Moffat County dominate this landscape as it appeared at the turn of the 21st century. The map depicts a rugged transition from the Routt National Forest in the northeast to the sprawling drainages of Little Fortification Creek and Cottonwood Creek in the west. Local industry and resource extraction are marked by the Buckeye Mine and the curious designation of Dry Hole near the center of the sheet. High points like Pinnacle Mountain and Little Buck Mountain provide distinct landmarks for navigating the complex topography of ridges and draws, including Cote Gulch and Cedar Hill. Water remains a vital element of this arid environment, evidenced by the presence of Ralph White Lake and the various seasonal creeks that define the erosion patterns across the quadrangle.