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2011 Map of South River Peak

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

South River Peak and the surrounding high-altitude drainage basins define this portion of the San Juan Mountains in the early 21st century. The map documents a complex hydrological system where Goose Creek is managed by the Goose Lake Dam, creating a reservoir at Goose Lake above the smaller Little Goose Lake. These waters eventually feed into a network of alpine streams including Ivy Creek and Fisher Creek.

The southern portion of the quadrangle is dominated by the headwaters of the West Fork San Juan River, which is joined by high-mountain tributaries such as Cimarron Creek and Rainbow Creek. This area remains largely undeveloped, characterized by significant peaks like Beautiful Mountain and Sawtooth Mountain, alongside marshy openings like Beaver Meadow. High-country lakes, including Archuleta Lake and Spotted Lake, are preserved here in their modern geographic context, providing a detailed record for backcountry researchers and conservationists.