1979 Map of Battle Mountain

About this map

The high-altitude drainage systems of the Williams Fork Mountains define this section of the Arapaho National Forest during the late 1970s and 1980s. Water management is a primary feature of the landscape, evidenced by the Big Lake Ditch traversing the northern slopes near Jessmer. The terrain is dominated by Battle Mountain and Williams Peak, with the boundary between Grand and Summit Counties following the primary ridgelines. Early resource extraction and local transport are visible through the presence of Gravel Pits, a remote Landing Strip along the Williams Fork river, and various Jeep Trails that provide access to Copper Spring and the surrounding gulches. This survey provides a look at the intricate network of alpine tributaries including North Battle Creek, South Battle Creek, and Skylark Creek as they feed into the valley floor.