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2016 Map of Beaver Park

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

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

The Uncompahgre National Forest dominates this high-altitude landscape along the border of San Miguel and Dolores counties. Significant elevation changes are marked by peaks like Lone Cone and Big Baldy, overlooking a complex network of water management features such as the Old Nelson Ditch and McCulloch Cr Ditch. This 2016 survey illustrates the persistent importance of water rights in the region, with various ditches and flumes like the W Beaver Highline and Old Gurley Ditch Rd cutting across the mountain slopes.

Transportation through these timberlands and meadows relies on a series of historic routes, including the Beef Trail Rd and the Lone Cone Trail. The central Beaver Park serves as a geographic anchor, surrounded by smaller landmarks like Dempsey Meadows and Cone Lake. This map captures a modern view of a region defined by its forest management and rugged topography, where old ranching trails and irrigation systems continue to shape the land.