1966 Map of Veatch Gulch

About this map

The White River carves a deep valley through this Rio Blanco County landscape, serving as the central artery for a network of irrigation improvements and wilderness access in the mid-1960s. The dominance of water management is evident in the presence of the Highland Ditch and the Miller Creek Ditch, which trace the contours of the valley floor to support local agriculture. North of the river, Oak Ridge rises sharply, while to the south, the terrain becomes increasingly complex within the White River National Forest.