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2016 Map of Rand

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

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Rand and the Old Homestead occupy a high mountain valley in Jackson County where the Illinois River begins its course. This 2016 survey illustrates a landscape defined by an intricate network of water management, with numerous historical irrigation features such as the Welch and Peabody Ditch, Monroe Ditch, and Stevenson Ditch Number 2 crisscrossing the basin. These engineering works reflect the area's long-standing reliance on diverted water for ranching and agriculture.

To the west and south, the terrain rises sharply into the Routt National Forest, marked by the prominent Green Ridge and Windy Point. Recreational access is documented via the Snyder Creek Loop Trail and Sidewinder Trail, while the local history of the valley is anchored by the Rand Cem. Water bodies like Lake Ruby and various draws, such as Faulkner Draw, highlight the complex drainage patterns of this high-elevation environment.