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2001 Map of Beck Mountain

USGS Topo · Published 2005

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High peaks and remote ranching infrastructure define this section of the Southern Rockies at the turn of the 21st century. The map centers on the high-altitude transition from the Wet Mountain Valley to the dramatic crest of the Sangre De Cristo Wilderness, where jagged summits like Blizzardine Peak and Snowslide Mountain overlook the Great Sand Dunes National Preserve. Human presence is marked by isolated outposts and early industrial attempts, such as the Henrich Ranch in the north and the Bear Creek Prospect near Crystal Falls. The land-use patterns here reflect a mix of preservation and legacy agriculture, with the San Carlos Ranger District managing vast tracts of forest while cattle operations rely on features like the Doc Watkins Windmill and Wolf Windmill in the lower gulches.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed2001
Date Published2005
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.9 x 26.7 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain