2011 Map of Roc Creek

About this map

Sinbad Valley and the surrounding high country define a landscape shaped by significant mining activity and the course of the Dolores River. This 2011 map reveals a density of named mineral claims, from the Sinbad Group Mine in the north to the Radium Cycle Mine and Three Musketeers Mine further south. The geological complexity of the area is evident in the dramatic terrain of Sewemup Mesa and the drainage patterns of Roc Creek. Historical land use is captured through ranching markers like Pace Ranch and an extensive network of resource roads such as Geyser Pass Rd and Carpenter Ridge Truck Rd. These tracks connect remote sites across Carpenter Ridge and into the Paradox Valley, illustrating the intersection of natural topography and industrial extraction in this corner of Mesa County.