2016 Map of Texas Mountain

About this map

Texas Mountain anchors this high-elevation landscape in Rio Blanco County, where a complex network of seasonal watercourses and springs defines the land use and topography. The presence of Water Canyon Reservoir and Little Horse Reservoir suggests the importance of water management for local ranching or resource needs in this arid environment. Significant natural water sources are scattered throughout, including Wild Rose Spring, Big Cedar Spring, and Sand Spring, which would have been vital points for early travelers and livestock. The area is heavily dissected by deep canyons and draws, such as Pollock Canyon and Rope Canyon, through which W Douglas Cr and the N Fork Texas Cr flow. These features, along with names like Mail Box Draw and Waggoner Draw, reflect the practical, utilitarian naming conventions of the region's ranching history.