1969 Map of Two V Basin

About this map

West Unaweep Canyon anchors the southern reaches of this 1969 terrain study in Mesa County, where the high plateaus are carved by a complex network of drainage systems. The map captures a landscape defined by ranching and communication infrastructure, most notably the Two V Ranch and a remote Radio Facility located near a winding Jeep Trail. Dramatic topographic relief is evident in the transition from Two V Basin and Lost Horse Basin into the deep incisions of McKenzie Canyon and Briar Canyon. The distribution of seasonal water sources, such as Bieser Creek and various unnamed springs, illustrates the challenges of land use in this arid Colorado environment. The presence of numerous named drainages like Middle Canyon and Bull Draw underscores the intricate watershed patterns that dictate movement across this high-elevation terrain during the late 1960s.