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2022 Map of Rattlesnake Mesa

Name: 2022 Topographic Map of Rattlesnake Mesa
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2022
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2022

About this map

Meeker and the surrounding valley floor are defined by a complex network of irrigation infrastructure and water management along the White River. Modern topographic data reveals how early ranching and agricultural efforts shaped the land through extensive water systems like the Highland Ditch, Miller Cr Ditch, and Coal Cr Mesa Ditch. The presence of Agency Park near the river reflects the deep history of this region as a center of settlement and activity in Rio Blanco County.

Rising above the valley, the prominent uplift of Meeker Dome and the plateau of Rattlesnake Mesa dominate the landscape. These geological features are dissected by numerous canyons and seasonal watercourses, including Aichers Draw and Boxelder Draw. The map meticulously tracks local access through roads like Co RD 15 and Co RD 8, alongside smaller private ways like Bill and Debbie Ln, providing a detailed look at the rural intersections of private property and public lands.