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1993 Map of Secret Canyon

Name: 1993 Topographic Map of Secret Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1993
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1993

About this map

Dolores River cuts a deep path through the southwestern Colorado landscape, defining the rugged heart of this San Juan National Forest survey. The terrain is characterized by dramatic elevation shifts and a network of drainages including Secret Canyon, Big Canyon, and Sharp Canyon. Water management is central to the area's utility, evidenced by the presence of the Dove Creek Pumping Sta, a Water Tank, and numerous small catchments like Oakbrush Reservoir and Baird Reservoir.

Industry and recreation intersect along the canyon rims, where one find a Radio Facility, several prospects, and a Gas Well. The Dolores Canyon Overlook Picnic Area serves as a primary point of access for observing the sheer drop of the river gorge. A network of 4wd tracks and a dedicated Pack Trail navigate the complex topography, connecting remote landmarks like Mountain Sheep Point and Glade Point.