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2016 Map of Sylvan Reservoir

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Sylvan Reservoir
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Arapaho National Forest defines the rugged topography of this portion of Grand County, where water management is the primary human footprint. The Sylvan Reservoir and its associated Sylvan Ditch represent the critical irrigation infrastructure of the high country, alongside other systems like the Brinker Ditch and Wood Number 2 Ditch. These waterways navigate a complex terrain of named drainages including Muddy Creek and Cook Creek.

High-altitude recreation and transit are marked by a dense network of trails and spurs, such as the Morgan Gulch Trail and Williams Peak Trail. These routes follow the natural contours of landmarks like Keyser Ridge and Blue Ridge. The map also identifies local sites of congregation and respite, including the Church Park CG and the settlement area of Ute Park, providing a detailed look at the intersection of natural wilderness and early 21st-century resource management.