2015 Map of Opal

About this map

Opal sits at the intersection of water and transport in this high desert landscape, where the Hams Fork river provides a vital corridor for settlement. The town is flanked by engineering efforts to manage the arid environment, evidenced by the Kidman Well Canal, Roberson Ditch, and S Side Ditch which cut through the river valley. To the north, the terrain rises toward the Opal Bench, while the drainage of Craven Crk creates the distinct Craven Creek Meadows. This 2015 U.S. Geological Survey representation highlights how modern roads like Larson Ln and the evocative Wagon Wheel Rd follow the historical lines of movement established by the local topography and the permanent water source at Opal Springs.