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2010 Map of Square S Ranch

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Square S Ranch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Piceance Creek winds through this high-desert landscape in Rio Blanco County, serving as the primary drainage for a network of named draws and gulches. The Square S Ranch stands as a focal point of activity in the northeast, situated near the intersection of County Rd 5 and the creek. To the south, the terrain rises toward Miller Hill, where the Miller Hill Cemetery offers a poignant touchpoint for local genealogical research.

The map reveals a landscape defined by erosion and drainage patterns, from the expansive Purdy Mesa to the steep Dudley Bluffs. Deep incisions in the earth are documented with specific labels such as Horse Draw, Ryan Gulch, and Hog Lot Draw, reflecting the area's history of ranching and land use. The presence of Yellow Creek and Duck Cr in the northwest corner highlights the critical role of water in this arid environment at the start of the 21st century.