2010 Map of Myers Canyon

About this map

Myers Canyon and the high plains of southern Colorado define this landscape as it appeared in the early 21st century. The map reveals an arid terrain managed through a complex network of small-scale water storage, including the Mayer Reservoir, Prairie Dog Reservoir, and Federal Reservoir. Ranching operations such as the Spurlock Ranch and Knowlton Ranch are scattered across the quadrangle, connected by State Route 10, which traverses the center from Blue Hill through Cedar Crest. The presence of features like Railroad Fill Reservoir suggests the historical influence of transportation infrastructure on water management in this dry environment. Local geography is further marked by numerous named springs like Cottonwood Spring and Myers Spring, which served as vital resources for livestock and early settlements in the Robins Canyon and Averson Canyon regions.