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1956 Map of Cheesman Lake, 1960 Print
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1956 Map of Cheesman Lake

USGS Topo · Published 1960

About this map

Cheesman Dam stands as the central engineering feat of this mid-century survey, anchoring the massive Cheesman Lake reservoir along the South Platte River. The landscape is defined by the convergence of four Colorado counties—Jefferson, Douglas, Park, and Teller—amidst the protected lands of the Pike National Forest. This era of the 1950s shows the canyon's role in recreation and private retreats, evidenced by the Flying G Ranch, the Wigwam Club, and Lost Valley Ranch. High points like Sugarloaf Peak, Cheesman Mountain, and the massive Sheeprock outcrop tower over a complex drainage system including Goose Creek and Turkey Creek. The map provides a detailed view of the reservoir's shoreline, including The Island, and the network of rugged gulches like Monument Gulch and Schoonover Gulch that shape this portion of the Front Range.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1956
Date Published1960
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.3 x 26.9 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain