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2023 Map of Wilkin Ridge

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Wilkin Ridge
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Wilkin Ridge defines the high ground in this section of Duchesne County, where the landscape is carved by a network of seasonal drainage channels. The presence of White Mule Spring and Desert Spring Wash suggests the critical importance of water sources in this arid environment. Significant topographic landmarks like Horner Knoll and the Sheep Knolls break the steady rise of the terrain, offering distinct points of orientation for those navigating the backcountry.

The southeastern corner transitions into the Little Desert, a named area that highlights the sparse vegetation and dry conditions characteristic of the region. Drainage systems such as Big Wash, Sheep Wash, and Fourmile Wash illustrate the complex erosion patterns that have shaped the plateau over time. This 2023 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey provides an essential record of the natural features and named landmarks within this portion of the Uinta Basin.