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1963 Map of Cuchara

USGS Topo · Published 1966

About this map

The San Isabel National Forest landscape shown here in the early 1960s is defined by the narrow valley of the Cucharas River and the high ridges of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The settlement of Cuchara serves as the focal point for this mountain community, surrounded by geological landmarks like Goemmer Butte and the sheer vertical formations known as the Devils Stairsteps. Resource extraction and water management are evident throughout the terrain, from the Copper King Mine and Linscott Mine tucked into canyons to high-altitude reservoirs like HR Carson Reservoir and Mc Donald Reservoir. A network of Jeep Trails provides the primary means of navigating the steep elevation changes between Raspberry Mountain and the Black Hills, reflecting the area's mid-century character as a hub for both mining history and mountain recreation.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1963
Date Published1966
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions22 x 27.3 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain