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2017 Map of Short Canyon

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Short Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Molen Reef and the striking verticality of the Coal Cliffs dominate this portion of Emery County, where a sophisticated network of desert water management is on full display. This 2017 survey details an arid landscape transformed by human engineering, centered on numerous water storage features like the Rochester Reservoir, Short Canyon Reservoir, and the S Ferron Reservoir. These catchments, alongside smaller sites such as Lone Tree Reservoir and Dry X Reservoir, illustrate the critical importance of water rights and irrigation in the San Rafael Swell region.

Local history is preserved in named landmarks such as John McDonald Hole and the Hiram Corral Spring, which point to early ranching and grazing activity. The complex drainage systems of North Salt Wash and Bitter Seep Wash are mapped alongside modern access routes like Dog Hollow Rd and Twin Ponds Rd, providing a detailed look at how this land is navigated for both resource management and recreation.