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1982 Map of Buena Vista West, 1983 Print
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1982 Map of Buena Vista West

USGS Topo · Published 1983

About this map

The Arkansas River serves as the primary artery for this portion of Chaffee County, defining the eastern edge of Buena Vista where the Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad tracks follow the river's path. The landscape west of town transitions quickly into the high country of the San Isabel National Forest, marked by peaks like Bald Mountain and the winding course of Cottonwood Creek. A complex system of water management is evident through numerous historic waterways including the Mary Bray Ditch and Arkansas Valley Canal, which supported the area's agricultural and industrial development. Local landmarks such as the Cottonwood Hot Springs and the Mt Olivet Cem provide specific points of interest for genealogists and local historians tracing the settlement patterns of this mountain community. The presence of an Old Railroad Grade and several prospect pits suggests the area's history of resource extraction and changing transportation needs.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1982
Date Published1983
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions21.9 x 26.7 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain