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1958 Map of Cortez SW
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1958 Map of Cortez SW

USGS Topo · Published 1958

About this map

Yucca House National Monument and its surrounding ruins anchor this 1950s survey of the high desert landscape south of Cortez. The terrain is defined by deep incisions like Trail Canyon and Sand Canyon that drain toward McElmo Creek, creating a complex network of mesas and washes. This era shows a landscape where early archaeological sites exist alongside mid-century infrastructure, including the Montezuma County Airport and an isolated Oil Well. Water management is central to life in the Montezuma Valley, evidenced by numerous small reservoirs and the presence of the Highline and Ditch systems. The southern portion of the map transitions into the Ute Mountain Indian Reservation, showing the sparse network of a Jeep Trail and a Ford crossing near Mud Creek.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1958
Date Published1958
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.03 x 27.07 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain