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1958 Map of Como

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of Como
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1969
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1969

About this map

Como and Jefferson anchor this late-1950s landscape, which illustrates a transition from 19th-century resource extraction to a mid-century ranching and recreation economy. The northwest corner is heavily marked by the region's mining heritage, specifically around Humbug Hill and Farncomb Hill, where the Lincoln Mine and Mineral Park Mine once operated. Traces of early mountain settlements appear as sites like Parkville and Dyersville, while several abandoned dwellings, including the Schattinger Homestead, reflect the difficulty of permanent residency in the high country.

Topographic interest is dominated by the Continental Divide winding through the north, with Boreas Pass and Georgia Pass providing critical crossings between the Summit and Park County line. The east and south sections are defined by expansive ranching operations such as the Circle V Bar Eightmile Ranch and Teter Ranch. An Old Railroad Grade remains visible, tracing a path toward the peaks, while contemporary land use is noted through several campgrounds, including the Jefferson Creek Campground.