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2012 Map of West of Austin

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of West of Austin
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The Reese River and its meandering channel dominate this high-desert basin landscape, defining the character of the valley floor west of the Toiyabe Range. This 2012 survey captures a transition zone between the alluvial plains and the steep western canyons of the mountains, featuring the Birchum Slough and the primary drainage of Big Creek. Settlement patterns are sparse, represented by ranching outposts and infrastructure including Gondolfo Ranch, the White House landing, and the Austin Airport.

Remote mining and ranching history is etched into the terrain through names like Canon City, situated near the rugged breaks of the range. The geography is characterized by deep drainage cuts like Indian Canyon, Dry Canyon, and First Canyon that funnel toward the valley. The roadway network, including Big Creek Rd, follows the natural contours of the land, providing access between the valley ranching operations and the canyon entrances.