2016 Map of Yampa

About this map

The Yampa River valley in the mid-2010s reveals a landscape defined by ranching, water management, and the high-country transition into the Routt National Forest. The settlement of Yampa sits at the southern end of the sheet, characterized by its grid of Lincoln St and Main St, while Phippsburg marks the northern extent. Between these two communities, the reliance on mountain runoff is evident through an extensive system of irrigation works including the Palisades Ditch, N Hunt Cr Ditch, and Burnt Mesa Ditch. Notable geological landmarks like Devils Grave Mesa and the spire of Finger Rock dominate the terrain, providing clear visual anchors for researchers. Significant water bodies such as the Whiteley-Nelson Reservoir and Eagle Rock Lakes highlight the complex hydrology of the region as it feeds into the Bear River.