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2020 Map of Windy Ridge

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Windy Ridge
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Independence and the surrounding Uinta Valley are defined by an intricate network of irrigation systems that cross the border of Duchesne and Uintah Counties. The Duchesne River winds through the central terrain, its course mirrored by man-made waterways like the Riverdell Canal and Myton Townsite Canal. This 2020 survey reveals how the arid landscape has been adapted for habitation and agriculture, with labels indicating the vital importance of water rights and management in the region.

Elevated terrain features such as Windy Ridge and Leland Bench overlook the flatter agricultural pockets of Pleasant Valley. Local history and infrastructure are marked by specific water projects, including the Ouray School Canal and the N Fork Dry Gulch Canal. These features, alongside landmarks like Sand Pass, illustrate the geographic character of a region where topographic relief and water engineering are deeply intertwined.