2014 Map of Preacher Canyon

About this map

Diamond Ridge Gas Field sits at the heart of this high-plateau landscape, illustrating the modern industrial footprint on the public lands of Grand County. The terrain is defined by a series of dramatic escarpments and canyon systems, including the namesake Preacher Canyon and the deeply incised Westwater Cr. To the north, Rock Spring Mesa and Cherry Mesa provide prominent topographic relief, while landmarks like Jumping Off Point and Westwater Point mark the sharp transitions between the mesas and the canyon floors below. The network of drainage systems is complex, featuring numerous named branches such as Sulphur Canyon, Rough Canyon, and Maverick Canyon. This survey captures the intersection of energy extraction and land management, with evidence of infrastructure like Pipeline Canyon and Well Hollow supporting the region's gas production facilities.