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1988 Map of Musselman Arch

Name: 1988 Topographic Map of Musselman Arch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1988
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1988

About this map

Canyonlands National Park and the sheer verticality of the White Rim dominate this 1988 survey, illustrating the complex geography of the Island in the Sky district. The map tracks the winding course of the Colorado River as it carves past the Goose Neck and enters Musselman Canyon. High above the river, the plateau features prominent landmarks such as the Washer Woman rock formation and the iconic Musselman Arch.

The landscape is characterized by its high mesas and deep drainage systems like Taylor Canyon and Shafer Canyon. While the area is largely defined by its natural features, human infrastructure is visible at the Visitor Center, Radio Tower, and an Airport Tower, reflecting the management of these public lands. Small water sources like Neck Spring and Cabin Spring are noted, critical points of interest in this arid environment.