1966 Map of Rat Hole Ridge

About this map

Atchee Ridge and Rat Hole Ridge dominate this high-desert landscape along the Utah-Colorado border, where deep, branching canyons define the movement of water and travelers alike. The 1960s survey illustrates a region largely shaped by its topography, with seasonal drainages like Bitter Creek and Whiskey Creek cutting through the plateaus. Evidence of the mid-century ranching and resource economy is visible in the presence of Cow Camp and a specific Drill Hole, alongside a network of 4WD tracks that follow the natural contours of the ridges. Personal and descriptive landmarks such as Lone Spring and Tony Canyon provide specific points of reference for local historians and genealogists tracking land use across the Uintah and Garfield county line.