Old Maps of Somerset, Colorado for Academic Research

Study the evolution of Somerset with 10 high-resolution historic maps. Whether you're teaching, researching, or modeling changes in land use, these maps provide essential visual documentation of urban, environmental, and geographic change.

  • Analyze long-term change: Track patterns in development, transportation, and natural features.
  • Ideal for environmental or urban studies: Support academic projects with primary historical map data.
  • Use in the classroom or lab: Educators and researchers rely on these maps to bring historical context to life.

These maps are a powerful tool for teaching, research, and visualizing how Somerset has changed over the decades.


Somerset, CO maps

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  1. 1938 Map of Mt. Gunnison
    1938 Map of Mt. Gunnison
    1938 Mt. Gunnison
    1938 Print · USGS
    Gunnison County is shown here in the late 1930s, a period defined by high-altitude ranching and the early development of the North Fork valley. Genealogists and historians can trace the locations of old working camps and ranch sites like Davenport Ranch, Berdine, and Hammond Cow Camp.
    5 unique versions available

  2. 1945 Map of Mount Gunnison
    1945 Map of Mount Gunnison
    1945 Mount Gunnison
    1945 Print · USGS
    Gunnison and Delta counties are shown in the mid-1940s during a time when high-country cabins and stock trails defined the landscape. Researchers can trace the Munsey Ruby Stock Driveway or locate remote sites like Bardine and Snowshoe Cabin.
    2 unique versions available

  3. 1956 Map of Montrose, 1963 Print
    1956 Map of Montrose, 1963 Print
    1956 Montrose
    1963 Print · USGS
    The Colorado western slope in the late fifties and early sixties shows a landscape defined by the Denver & Rio Grande Western RR and the Gunnison River. Trace the development of Blue Mesa Reservoir or locate high-country sites like the Bachelor Mine.
    3 unique versions available

  4. 1959 Map of Montrose
    1959 Map of Montrose
    1959 Montrose
    1959 Print · USGS
    Western Colorado in the late fifties is defined by the high peaks and river valleys of the Southern Rockies. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the Denver & Rio Grande Western RR or locate mountain settlements like Crawford, Lazear, and Doyleville.

  5. 1960 Map of Montrose
    1960 Map of Montrose
    1960 Montrose
    1960 Print · USGS
    The Colorado high country in the mid-fifties is captured here during a period of steady ranching and persistent mining. Researchers can trace the path of the Denver & Rio Grande Western RR or locate small settlements like Somerset, Maher, and Sargent.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1964 Map of Somerset, 1967 Print
    1964 Map of Somerset, 1967 Print
    1964 Somerset
    1967 Print · USGS
    Coal mining and rail transport define this Gunnison County canyon during the mid-sixties. Researchers can trace the industrial footprint of the Oliver Mine and Bear Mine along the Denver and Rio Grande Western line.
    4 unique versions available

  7. 1968 Map of Montrose
    1968 Map of Montrose
    1968 Montrose
    1968 Print · USGS
    The Western Slope and Continental Divide meet in the late sixties, showing the vital river valleys and high-mountain mining districts. Trace the historic route of the Denver and Rio Grande Western RR or locate small settlements like Sargents and Powderhorn.

  8. 1983 Map of Paonia
    1983 Map of Paonia
    1983 Paonia
    1983 Print · USGS
    Western Colorado's North Fork Valley and West Elk high country are shown here in the early eighties as a hub of coal mining and orchard farming. Researchers can trace historic extraction sites like the Colby Mine, rural settlements such as Maher, and landmarks like the Hotchkiss Nat Fish Hatchery.
    2 unique versions available

  9. 2001 Map of Somerset, 2004 Print
    2001 Map of Somerset, 2004 Print
    2001 Somerset
    2004 Print · USGS
    In the Gunnison River valley at the turn of the millennium, this area was a busy center for coal production and high-country ranching. Researchers can trace the footprint of the Kaiser Mine, the path of the Fire Mountain Canal, and remote sites like Dry Fork Cow Camp.

  10. 2022 Map of Somerset, 2022 Print
    2022 Map of Somerset, 2022 Print
    2022 Somerset
    2022 Print · USGS
    The mountain valley around Somerset is documented here as it appeared in the early 2020s, showing the intersection of industrial geography and public lands. Researchers can trace local history at the Somerset Cem or follow old routes like Old Hwy 133 and the Buck Mesa Trl.

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