2013 Map of Silt

About this map

The Colorado River corridor dominates this topographic study of Garfield County, where the settlement of Silt serves as a local hub. The landscape is defined by a sophisticated network of irrigation systems necessary for high-desert agriculture, including the Farmers Irrigation Company Ditch, Last Chance Ditch, and Lower Cactus Valley Ditch. North of the river, the striking geological formation of the Grand Hogback rises above Cactus Valley, creating a natural barrier punctuated by Harvey Gap. To the south, the terrain climbs toward Weible Peak and is carved by seasonal drainages like Dry Hollow Creek and Mamm Creek. This era of the region is characterized by the coexistence of traditional ranching landscapes and modern infrastructure, evidenced by the proximity of the Garfield County Regional Airport to historical homestead areas. The map also documents local water management through several storage sites, such as the Grass Valley Reservoir and Rifle Valley Reservoir.