1954 Map of Craig

About this map

The Continental Divide carves a path through the high country of Northwestern Colorado, separating the headwaters of the North Platte River and Yampa River systems. This mid-century survey reveals a landscape of high alpine basins and isolated ranching communities, with Steamboat Springs and Craig serving as the primary commercial hubs for the surrounding Routt National Forest and White River National Forest. The transportation network is defined by the Denver and Rio Grande Western RR, which snakes through the mountain passes to connect coal-mining and timber settlements like Oak Creek, Phippsburg, and Yampa. Extensive water management is visible through features like Walden Reservoir and the Stillwater Reservoir, supporting the high-altitude agriculture of the Park Range and Rabbit Ears Range.