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1954 Map of Carlisle 1 NW, 1956 Print
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1954 Map of Carlisle 1 NW

USGS Topo · Published 1956

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The Colorado River carves a dramatic path through the high desert of the Colorado Plateau in this mid-1950s survey. The map details a landscape defined by sheer elevation changes, where the high overlook at Dead Horse Point stands watch above the deep drainage of Shafer Basin. This topographic study was compiled using aerial photography from 1953, capturing the remote boundary where Grand Co and San Juan Co meet. The area’s sparse human activity is represented by a single labeled prospect, suggesting early exploration for minerals in the vicinity of Hatch Point. Essential water sources in this arid environment, such as Dripping Spring, are recorded alongside the winding riverbanks where intermittent sand bars form along the interior bends of the canyon floor.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1954
Date Published1956
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.91 x 26.74 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain