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2016 Map of Millwood

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

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Millwood is the central settlement point in this corner of Montezuma County, where the landscape is defined by an intricate network of water management and forest recreation. High-country timber history is evident in the northern reaches of the San Juan National Forest, where the Old Logging Camp Reservoir and Lumber Company Reservoir speak to the industrial roots of the region. The terrain is marked by significant drainages like Lost Canyon and Carver Canyon, which are complemented by a sophisticated system of irrigation works including the Lost Canyon Ditch and Joe Moore Ditch.

The presence of numerous small-scale reservoirs such as the Sellers and McClane Reservoir and Coppinger Reservoir illustrates the careful orchestration of water across this high plateau. For modern explorers, the map details an extensive trail system including the Dolph Kuss Trail, Black Bear Trail, and the Turkey Creek Loop Trail, providing a clear view of how the area transitioned from a resource-driven economy to a destination for recreation near the massive Jackson Gulch Reservoir.