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2010 Map of Valley City

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

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Valley City sits at the northern end of this desert landscape, where water management is defined by the Valley City Reservoir and Tenmile Wash Reservoir. The terrain is shaped by broad geological formations, including the Salt Valley and the Blue Hills, which dominate the southwestern quadrant. Transport through this arid stretch is facilitated by unpaved tracks like Dubinky Well Rd and Blue Hills Rd, illustrating the sparse infrastructure common to this part of the Colorado Plateau.

A network of drainage washes, such as Crescent Wash, Thompson Wash, and Klondike Wash, reveals the natural hydrologic patterns of the region. Near the eastern boundary, a corner of Arches National Park is visible, while the southern edge features Canyonlands Field, marking the area's connection to regional aviation. This 2010 survey provides a clear look at the relationship between the few permanent water sources, like Crystal Spring, and the vast, open stretches of Klondike Flat.