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2016 Map of Parshall

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

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

The settlement of Parshall serves as a central point in this mountain valley landscape, situated where the Colorado River meets the northern reach of the Williams Fork. The topography is defined by the significant hydrological engineering of the region, including the expansive Williams Fork Reservoir and smaller storage sites like Rock Creek Reservoir and Musgrave Reservoir. These water resources are managed through a complex system of irrigation infrastructure, notably the Pheney Lateral Ditch, Musgrave Ditch, and Big Lake Ditch, which redirect flow across the high-elevation terrain.

Rising to the northeast, Mt Bross overlooks the winding course of the river as it enters Byers Canyon. The map details numerous named drainages that feed the primary waterways, such as Little Muddy Cr, Corral Cr, and Smith Cr, alongside deep-cut features like Dry Gulch and McQueary Gulch. This 2016 survey reflects a landscape where traditional ranching and mountain geography intersect with modern water management and the established road network of Grand County.