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2011 Map of Steer Ridge Canyon

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Steer Ridge Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Green River carves a deep path through the eastern half of this terrain, defining the local geography as it snakes through Desolation Canyon. Along its banks, Rock Creek Ranch stands as a rare point of named human activity in a landscape dominated by dramatic vertical relief. The map illustrates a complex network of drainage systems, including Rock Creek and its Left Fork Rock Creek, which feed into the main river from the west.

Transportation is limited to the unpaved Steer Ridge Rd, which traverses high ground between Steer Ridge Canyon and the surrounding heights. High points such as Van Duesen Ridge and Flat Top overlook a series of deep incisions in the earth, including Wild Horse Canyon, Calf Canyon, and Snap Canyon. The presence of Johnson Spring suggests the vital importance of water sources in this arid environment, where cattle ranching and seasonal grazing have historically shaped land use.