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2010 Map of Philadelphia Creek

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Philadelphia Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Douglas Creek winds through this high-country landscape in Rio Blanco County, defining a region where complex drainage systems and deep canyons dominate the terrain. At the heart of the map, the Philadelphia Creek system branches into its left and right forks, reflecting the typical watershed patterns of the Colorado plateau. The presence of Hefley Cow Camp near the Big Ridge suggests a legacy of seasonal ranching and high-altitude grazing that has long sustained the local economy.

Transportation is limited to rugged corridors like Bench Rd and County Rd-128, which follow the contours of the draws and ridges. A dense network of ephemeral watercourses, including State Bridge Draw and Cow Canyon, illustrates the erosive forces that have shaped this area. This survey provides a clear view of the land's structural character before modern development or intensive infrastructure altered these traditional ranching routes.