2010 Map of Water Canyon

About this map

Water Canyon and the surrounding high desert of Rio Blanco County define this landscape, where water management is critical to the local geography. Small catchment points like Johnson Draw Reservoir, Big Horse Draw Reservoir, and West Fourmile Reservoir punctuate a network of ephemeral drainages that channel seasonal runoff toward Douglas Creek. The transportation network is built around the rugged relief, with routes like Rangely Dragon Rd and County Rd-105 following the natural contours of the land. This map reveals the intricate drainage patterns of the western slope, from the aptly named No Name Draw to Little Vandamore Draw, illustrating how ranching and resource access depend on these specific topographic corridors.