2011 Map of Seven Tree Flat

About this map

Seven Tree Flat defines the high-altitude landscape of this Summit County region, where a network of vital waterways descends from the ridges. The complex hydrology is anchored by the West Fork Bear River and Chalk Creek, which are fed by numerous smaller tributaries including Yellow Creek, Deer Creek, and Mill City Creek. This 2011 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey and U.S. Forest Service captures the remote road network that provides access to these drainage basins, most notably Chalk Creek Rd and Whitney Rd. The map illustrates a watershed transition where the headwaters of Little Yellow Creek and Bull Creek carve into the high plains. This detailed data reflects the modern management of federal lands, documenting the exact paths of mountain streams and seasonal water bodies as they were recorded at the start of the decade.