Ouray, Utah - 7.5 Minute Series Topo Map UGS MO drilling activity at East Mountain

drilling activity at East Mountain (operated by Meridian Oil) is considered to be a continuation of Vortt Exploration's efforts in the Indian Creek Field

These properties have greatly influenced the subsequent geologic history of the area

This isn't merely a navigational tool

By: Robin Norris & Fred Snalam

this land grab would lead to a decade-long battle between the United States and the the Navajos

Ouray, Utah - 7.5 Minute Series Topo Map UGS MO drilling activity at East MountainThe distinctive characteristic of a topographic map is that the shape of the Earth's surface is shown by contour lines. Contours are imaginary lines that join points of equal elevation on the surface of the land above or below a reference surface, such as mean sea level. Contours make it possible to measure the height of mountains, depths of the ocean bottom, and steepness of slopes. A topographic map shows more than contours. The map also includes