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2012 Map of Sherman Mountains West

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Sherman Mountains West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Ames Monument stands as a prominent historical landmark in this high-altitude landscape of Albany County, anchoring the southern portion of the map. The terrain is defined by the granite outcrops of the Sherman Mountains and notable high points such as Poland Hill, Turtle Rock, and Markley Hill. This area serves as a critical transportation corridor, where the modern interstate passes through The Summit, paralleling older routes like Hermosa Rd and Iron Horse Rd.

Agricultural and recreational sites are scattered throughout the drainage basins of Middle Crow Cr and Dale Cr. Working landscapes are represented by Mellody Ranch, Perue Ranch, and the Warren Sheep Camp, while recreational visitors frequent the Hidden Valley Picnic Area and Upper Blair Picnic Area. The presence of Williams Number 3 Reservoir highlights the importance of water management in this arid mountain environment.