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2016 Map of Milligan Lakes

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

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Michigan Cr and Tarryall Cr define the hydrological character of this high-altitude landscape in the Pike National Forest. An intricate network of irrigation and water management features, such as Whitten Ditch, Packer Ditch, and Randell Ditch, crisscrosses the terrain, indicating a long history of water rights and agricultural engineering. These canals draw from the natural watercourses to support ranching operations like those at Tarryall Ranch Reservoir Number 1.

The geography is punctuated by significant rises including Michigan Hill and Fremont Knoll, while numerous gulches such as Wilson Gulch and Monahan Gulch drain the slopes. The presence of Milligan Lakes and Cline Reservoir further illustrates the modification of the natural environment to sustain local land use. This survey also records modern residential developments reflected in road names like Georgia Dr and Boreas Cir near the hills.