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1967 Map of Creager Reservoir

USGS Topo · Published 1971

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San Isabel National Forest dominates this Huerfano County landscape, where complex water management defines the high-altitude terrain. The map reveals an extensive system of irrigation and storage, centered around Creager Reservoir and several smaller catchments like Murray Reservoir, McKinley Reservoir, and Wolf Reservoir. These engineering efforts supported the local ranching and agricultural economy, directing water through features such as the Montez Ditch to serve the lower elevations. Near the southern edge of the survey lies Malachite, a small community situated at the confluence of the canyons. The geography is characterized by dramatic shifts in elevation, from the heights of Black Mountain down to the wide expanse of Racetrack Flats. Canyons including Poison Canyon Creek and Pantleon Creek cut through the foothills, illustrating the difficult drainage patterns of the region during the late 1960s.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1967
Date Published1971
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.1 x 27.2 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain