2019 Map of Water Canyon

About this map

Water Canyon and the surrounding high desert of Rio Blanco County are defined by a complex network of ephemeral drainages and essential water management features. In this arid landscape, the presence of Big Horse Draw Reservoir, West Fourmile Reservoir, and Johnson Draw Reservoir indicates the critical role of water storage for ranching or land management. The terrain is deeply incised by named draws, including Big Horse Draw, East Fourmile Draw, and West Fourmile Draw, which feed into the larger Douglas Creek system. This 2019 survey shows the region's limited transportation network, primarily consisting of graded routes like Rangely Dragon Rd and Co RD 105, which navigate the plateaus and canyon floors to connect this secluded corner of Western Colorado.