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2013 Map of Wallace Ranch

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Wallace Ranch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

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The Dolores River carves through this high-altitude landscape of Montezuma County, where water management and ranching define the land use within the San Juan National Forest. A complex network of irrigation and storage is evident, featuring numerous named catchments such as Taylor Mesa Reservoir, Bauer Reservoir, and Spring Cr Point Reservoir. These systems support local operations like the namesake Wallace Ranch and Circle K Ranch, while the Turkey Cr Ditch underscores the historical importance of water rights in this arid region.

Recreational and utility trails crisscross the mesas and gulches, reflecting a transition from purely agricultural use to modern forestry and tourism. Notable routes include the Clampett Mill Trail 174 and Priest Gulch Trail 645, which lead to landmarks like the Priest Gulch Campground. The varied terrain is marked by steep drainage features such as Negro Draw, Cushman Gulch, and Munson Gulch, providing a detailed look at the physical geography that shaped early Colorado settlement patterns.