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2001 Map of Curecanti Needle, 2004 Print
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2001 Map of Curecanti Needle

USGS Topo · Published 2004

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Curecanti Needle rises sharply above the Gunnison River in this high-altitude landscape of the Gunnison and Montrose county line. Following the 2001 revision, the map shows the waters of the Morrow Point Reservoir filling the depths of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison, a stark transformation of the original riverbed. The surrounding plateaus of Black Mesa, Fitzpatrick Mesa, and Soap Mesa reflect a history of high-country ranching and seasonal habitation. Evidence of early settlement and land use persists through labels like the McLeod Ranch, Black Mesa Lodge, and the Rimrock Sch. Local infrastructure is marked by features such as the Collier Ditch and a Gaging Sta on Curecanti Creek, indicating the critical role of water management in this environment. The area is largely defined by the Gunnison National Forest and the Curecanti National Recreation Area.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed2001
Date Published2004
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.9 x 26.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain