2011 Map of Pariette Draw SW

About this map

Pleasant Valley and the surrounding high desert of Uintah County are defined by a network of drainage washes and vital water management sites. Surface water is scarce, making features like Odekirk Spring and the cluster of man-made catchments such as Butte Reservoir, Billeys Reservoir, and Snyder Reservoir critical landmarks for land use in this arid region. The landscape is carved by the Pleasant Valley Wash and the prominent Big Wash, which dictate the local topography. Transportation across these flats relies on established desert routes, specifically Leland Bench Rd and Pariette Bench Rd, which provide access to the expansive Eightmile Flat. These roads follow the natural benches and ridgelines, illustrating how the terrain of the Uinta Basin governs movement and resource location.