1980s Maps of Mineral County, Colorado

Explore 18 historic maps of Mineral County from the 1980s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1980s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

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Mineral County, CO maps

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  1. 1982 Map of Silverton, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Silverton, 1983 Print
    1982 Silverton
    1983 Print · USGS
    The San Juan Mountains were entering a new era in the early eighties as mining heritage met growing wilderness preservation. Researchers can trace historic claims and mountain rail routes through Silverton, Telluride, and the high-altitude Sunnyside Mine.
    3 unique versions available

  2. 1982 Map of Del Norte, 1983 Print
    1982 Map of Del Norte, 1983 Print
    1982 Del Norte
    1983 Print · USGS
    The Rio Grande Valley and San Juan Mountains are seen here in the early eighties, transitioning from rugged alpine peaks to the irrigated San Luis Valley plains. Researchers can trace the Denver and Rio Grande Western rail line and locate old regional hubs like Creede, Monte Vista, and Wagon Wheel Gap.

  3. 1983 Map of Durango
    1983 Map of Durango
    1983 Durango
    1983 Print · USGS
    Southwestern Colorado at the start of the 1980s shows a landscape where high-mountain wilderness meets the agricultural plateaus of the Southern Ute. Genealogists and historians can trace the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad or locate sites like Southern Ute Agency and Pagosa Junction.

  4. 1984 Map of Wolf Creek Pass
    1984 Map of Wolf Creek Pass
    1984 Wolf Creek Pass
    1984 Print · USGS
    The Continental Divide dominated this high-country landscape in the 1980s, where ski runs and wilderness areas converge. You can trace the Continental Divide Pack Trail past landmarks like Treasure Falls and the Lobo Overlook.
    3 unique versions available

  5. 1984 Map of Saddle Mountain
    1984 Map of Saddle Mountain
    1984 Saddle Mountain
    1984 Print · USGS
    High in the San Juan Mountains during the 1980s, this area shows a landscape defined by wilderness protection and high-country recreation. Trace family history at Mc Coy Cem or explore the drainage of the West Fork San Juan River near Blacks Mine.
    2 unique versions available

  6. 1985 Map of Antonito
    1985 Map of Antonito
    1985 Antonito
    1985 Print · USGS
    The Colorado and New Mexico borderlands come into focus during the mid-eighties as the high peaks of the San Juans meet the San Luis Valley. Trace the winding Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad or locate historical mining sites like the Black Diamond Mine and Summitville.
    2 unique versions available

  7. 1986 Map of Lake Humphreys
    1986 Map of Lake Humphreys
    1986 Lake Humphreys
    1986 Print · USGS
    Mineral County's high-country wilderness is documented here in the mid-1980s, showcasing the intersection of national forest and protected wilderness. Researchers can trace the Highline Trail, locate isolated Mine sites, and identify water sources like Lake Humphreys and the Hot Spring.
    2 unique versions available

  8. 1986 Map of Mount Hope
    1986 Map of Mount Hope
    1986 Mount Hope
    1986 Print · USGS
    High in the San Juan Mountains during the mid-1980s, this area shows a landscape defined by water and wilderness. Trace the winding South Fork Rio Grande and locate alpine landmarks like Big Meadow Reservoir, Metroz Mountain, and the Weminuche Wilderness.

  9. 1986 Map of San Luis Peak
    1986 Map of San Luis Peak
    1986 San Luis Peak
    1986 Print · USGS
    The Colorado high country in the mid-eighties reveals a landscape defined by the legacies of the Creede mining district. Historians and mineral seekers can trace dozens of named workings like the Amethyst, Holy Moses, and Equity Mine clustered around Bachelor Mountain.

  10. 1986 Map of Creede
    1986 Map of Creede
    1986 Creede
    1986 Print · USGS
    Mineral County silver mining history and Rio Grande rail corridors are frozen in time in this mid-eighties survey. Genealogists and historians can trace the Commodore Tunnel, the Sunnyside townsite, and the Denver and Rio Grande Western rail lines.

  11. 1986 Map of Bristol Head
    1986 Map of Bristol Head
    1986 Bristol Head
    1986 Print · USGS
    The high backcountry of Mineral County is captured here in the mid-1980s, centering on the massive Santa Maria Reservoir. Researchers can trace old mining efforts at Prospects or locate historical points like Santa Maria Pass and the remote Ghost Lake.

  12. 1986 Map of South River Peak
    1986 Map of South River Peak
    1986 South River Peak
    1986 Print · USGS
    Mineral County high country comes into focus in the mid-1980s, documenting the remote reaches of the San Juan Mountains. Hikers and historians can trace the Continental Divide Trail past landmarks like South River Peak and a lone mountain Mine.

  13. 1986 Map of Wagon Wheel Gap
    1986 Map of Wagon Wheel Gap
    1986 Wagon Wheel Gap
    1986 Print · USGS
    Mineral County's mountain corridor is captured here in the mid-1980s, centering on the historic river crossing and rail line. Local historians and railroad enthusiasts can trace the Denver and Rio Grande Western along the Rio Grande past Wagon Wheel Gap and the Palisade Campground.

  14. 1986 Map of Spar City
    1986 Map of Spar City
    1986 Spar City
    1986 Print · USGS
    High in the Mineral County mountains in the 1980s, this area reflects a legacy of mining and wilderness preservation. Trace old prospecting sites like the Emma Mine and Monument Peak, or locate the remote settlement of Spar City along Lime Creek.

  15. 1986 Map of Hermit Lakes
    1986 Map of Hermit Lakes
    1986 Hermit Lakes
    1986 Print · USGS
    Hinsdale County high country in the mid-1980s reveals a landscape of alpine ranching and public water management. Trace family-owned landmarks like San Juan Ranch or locate remote outposts like the Bristol View Ranger Sta.

  16. 1986 Map of Halfmoon Pass
    1986 Map of Halfmoon Pass
    1986 Halfmoon Pass
    1986 Print · USGS
    The high peaks of the Colorado Rockies are captured here in the mid-1980s, centered on the Continental Divide. Researchers can trace remote pack routes like the Skyline Trail (Pack) to landmarks such as Halfmoon Pass and Wheeler Monument.

  17. 1986 Map of Slumgullion Pass
    1986 Map of Slumgullion Pass
    1986 Slumgullion Pass
    1986 Print · USGS
    The high San Juan Mountains are captured here in the mid-1980s, centered on the dramatic geological slump of the Slumgullion Slide. High-country researchers can trace the Continental Divide past Snow Mesa and locate the Skyline Trail.

  18. 1986 Map of Baldy Cinco
    1986 Map of Baldy Cinco
    1986 Baldy Cinco
    1986 Print · USGS
    High in the Colorado Rockies during the mid-eighties, this survey captures the intersection of three counties along the Continental Divide. Trace the remote Cebolla Trail across the broad Snow Mesa or locate Prospects near the headwaters of Mineral Creek.

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