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2011 Map of Beck Mountain

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Beck Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Beck Mountain dominates the western topography of this Saguache County landscape, where a network of seasonal and perennial streams defines the drainage patterns of the high country. Waters from Crystal Falls Creek flow past Crystal Falls, eventually joining Grape Creek as it winds north. The terrain is marked by distinct summits such as Snowslide Mountain, Blueberry Peak, and Huckleberry Mountain, illustrating the complex geological folds of the region.

Evidence of high-altitude ranching and water management is visible in the presence of Henrich Ranch and the Hudson Ditch near the southern boundary. The eastern flats transition into a more arid environment, punctuated by essential water-drawing infrastructure for livestock, including the Jim Watkins Windmill and Doc Watkins Windmill. Local place names like Loco Park and Loco Hill suggest the colorful history of land use and navigation through these passes in the early 21st century.