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2011 Map of Sleepy Cat Peak

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Sleepy Cat Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Morapos Cow Camp anchors this high-elevation landscape in Rio Blanco County, reflecting the area's legacy of seasonal grazing and water management. A complex system of irrigation and storage is evident through features like the Carrigan Averil Ditch and the Owen-Carrigan Reservoir, which harness mountain runoff for agricultural use. The terrain is defined by prominent elevations including Iles Mountain, Wilson Mesa, and the landmark Sleepy Cat Peak to the south.

Water distribution remains central to the character of the land, with the Konopik Reservoir and Cove Lake providing essential catchments amidst the high ridges. Modern recreation and access are marked by the Morapos Trailhead, while natural drainage flows through Morapos Creek and Milk Creek. This survey captures the specialized infrastructure of a high-country ranching and wilderness environment where resource management is dictated by the steep topography of Horse Ridge and Baldy Mountain.