2010 Map of Smizer Gulch

About this map

Blair Mountain dominates the southwestern corner of this landscape, rising above the plateau of Blair Mesa in Rio Blanco County. The White River carves through the southern portion of the territory, accompanied by the engineered Blair Ditch, reflecting a history of water management in this arid region. The drainage network is dense with named features like Smizer Gulch and Colorow Gulch, which feed into the primary river valley. Connectivity across this dissected terrain is provided by County Rd 77 and County Rd 71. The naming of features such as Tom Little Draw and McAndrews Gulch points to the early settlers and ranching families who navigated these draws and washes, while the presence of Deep Channel Creek and Sagebrush Draw characterizes the local flora and geomorphology.