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2011 Map of Black Hawk

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

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Black Hawk and its surrounding mountain terrain are defined by a dense legacy of resource extraction and high-altitude settlement. This landscape is marked by numerous claims and shafts including the Dory Hill Mine, Morning Snow Mine, and the Blackhawk Placer Mine along North Clear Creek. The mapping details a complex network of gulches—from Jelly Roll Gulch to Elkhorn Gulch—that served as the foundation for the local mining economy.

Beyond the industrial sites, the area supports recreational and community landmarks such as Dory Hill Cemetery, Cold Springs Campground, and the Athanasiou Valley-Airport. The terrain rises sharply to peaks like Tremont Mountain and Black Hawk Mountain, while water management is evidenced by the Braecher Ranch Dam and Braecher Ranch Reservoir. This survey provides a clear look at how modern infrastructure, like the Central City Parkway, interacts with the established historical geography of the Front Range.