2013 Map of Pole Gulch

About this map

The Little Snake River winds through the northern reaches of this Moffat County landscape, its flow managed by a system of historical water infrastructure. Irrigation systems such as the Gibson Blair Ditch, Trowel Ditch, and the W Side Canal reveal the region's reliance on managed water for agriculture and livestock in the high desert terrain. The topography is defined by significant drainage systems, including Gledhill Draw and the namesake Pole Gulch, which descends toward the river valley alongside East Pole Gulch. To the west, the deep indentation of Thornburgh Gulch cuts through the high ground, while Timberlake Cr meanders through the eastern sections. This survey documents the network of county roads like CO Road 2 and CO Hwy-4 that connect these remote draws and river bottoms, providing a clear view of land use and water rights in northwestern Colorado.