2010 Map of Ralph White Lake

About this map

The Yampa River winds through the southern portion of this landscape, supported by an intricate network of irrigation systems including the Norvell Ditch, Smith Ditch, and Brock Adair Ditch. This 2010 survey illustrates the managed water resources of the region, anchored by Ralph White Lake and the Leftwich Reservoir. The map reveals a history of extraction and engineering, from the Hindman Mine in the southwest to several containment structures such as Fortification Creek Dam and Liftwich Dam. Numerous named terrain features like Agee Gulch and Hayden Cutoff Draw partition the upland areas, while the Wisconsin Ditch and Deep Cut Ditch trace the efforts to redirect water across this high-altitude terrain. The presence of Dowden Bridge over Fortification Creek marks a critical crossing point in a region defined by its rugged drainages and carefully channeled water ways.