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2019 Map of Ute

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Ute
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

The Uncompahgre Plateau landscape is defined by its drainage systems and high-altitude landmarks, where water management is evident through the presence of the Glencoe Ditch. At the base of the plateau, the small settlement of Ute sits at the intersection of local routes, while the higher elevations are marked by seasonal working sites like the Burch Cow Camp. The topography is etched by numerous watercourses, including Tabeguache Cr and the various forks of Cottonwood Creek, which converge in the valley floors.

Evidence of historical land use is scattered throughout the Uncompahgre National Forest, from the namesake waters of Monument Lake to curiously named landmarks such as Cecil's Bathtub. For those interested in the movement of people and livestock, the presence of the Cottonwood Trail and Telephone Draw highlights the established corridors through the Tabeguache Basin. These routes, alongside Old Highway 90, show the evolution of transit across this part of Montrose County.