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1963 Map of Custer

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

Mining and recreation converge in this high-elevation pocket of the Challis National Forest. The settlement of Custer serves as a focal point along the Yankee Fork, an area marked by a legacy of resource extraction as evidenced by the Sunbeam Mine, scattered prospects, and tailings. This 1960s-era survey reveals a landscape where travel was often limited to a network of trails and jeep trails connecting remote peaks and drainage basins. High summits like Estes Mtn and Mt Greylock overlook a network of creeks including Eightmile Creek and Slaughterhouse Creek. A poignant human detail is preserved at Grave BM 6528 near the river, anchoring the map's technical data to the local history of the canyon. The presence of Greylock Campground and Custer No 1 Campground indicates the early development of this region for outdoor enthusiasts.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1963
Date Published1979
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 27.1 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain