2019 Map of Sunbeam

About this map

The Yampa River serves as the primary lifeblood of this arid Moffat County landscape, flowing through a broad valley anchored by the small settlement of Sunbeam. This 2019 survey illustrates a complex system of water management and natural drainage, where the Maybell Ditch diverts water along the river's southern bank near Boston Flat. The terrain is defined by dramatic elevation changes, from the prominent Godiva Rim in the north to the distinctive landmarks of Indian Rock and Peck Mesa. Local history is etched into the names of the drainage basins and springs, such as Thornburg Draw, Simsberry Draw, and Brouse Spring, which point to the ranching and pioneer heritage of northwestern Colorado. The grid of county roads, including Co RD 10 and Co RD 143, provides a modern framework for exploring these traditional agricultural and rangelands.