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2010 Map of Swede Corners

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

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Rio Grande Canal dominates this Saguache County landscape, cutting a diagonal path through the high desert floor to support agriculture in a semi-arid region. The irrigation network is complemented by a series of natural and semi-natural water bodies along the eastern edge, including Russell Lakes, Davey Lake, and Trites Lake. These water features contrast sharply with the drainage patterns of the west, such as Red Rock Canyon and Sanderson Gulch, which channel seasonal runoff from the higher elevations.

The settlement of Swede Corners anchors the northern portion of the quadrangle, serving as a landmark within a grid of county roads that organize the rural terrain. The mapping detail shows a complex hydrographic system where San Juan Creek and Cottonwood Creek traverse the flats. For those studying Colorado's water history, the map provides a clear look at how the canal system interacts with natural features like Mogotas Arroyo and Biedell Creek.