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2016 Map of Alma

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Alma
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Alma and its neighboring Alma Junction sit at the heart of this high-elevation landscape, where the legacy of mining is etched into the terrain. The presence of specialized infrastructure like the Dyer Placer Ditch, Fairplay Mining Ditch, and Columbia Number 1 Ditch underscores the historical importance of water management for mineral extraction. For genealogists, the map identifies three distinct burial grounds: Buckskin Cem, Park City Cem, and Dudley Cem, providing precise locations for early settler research.

The topography is dominated by the massive peaks of the Mosquito Range, including Mt Lincoln, Mt Cameron, and Mt Bross. These summits tower over deep basins like the Lincoln Amphitheatre and Red Amphitheatre. The Continental Divide winds through the northern portion of the map, crossing at Hoosier Pass, while modern recreational and industrial features like the Montgomery Reservoir and the Wheeler National Recreation Trail integrate with older routes such as Magnolia Mine Road.