2019 Map of Rangely NE

About this map

Blue Mountain dominates the northern skyline of this high-desert landscape in Northwestern Colorado, where the border between Moffat County and Rio Blanco County bisects the terrain. This area is defined by a sophisticated network of small-scale water management, evidenced by numerous named catchment points such as Rock Shale Reservoir, Lincoln Reservoir, and the Fossil Reservoir. These features, along with the Victory Stock Driveway, reveal a landscape shaped by the practical needs of livestock and resource extraction. Significant landforms like Spooky Mtn and the Coal Oil Rim overlook deep drainage systems including Scullion Gulch and Nate Spring Draw. The intricate topography of the Coal Oil Basin and various named draws suggest a complex geological history where water is both a scarce resource and the primary architect of the land.