2011 Map of Delmoe Lake

About this map

Delmoe Lake sits at the northern edge of this high-country landscape in Jefferson County, secured by the Delmoe Lake Dam near the Delmoe Campground. The terrain is defined by a heavy concentration of mining history, with numerous workings scattered across the drainages of Big Pipestone Creek and Halfway Creek. From the Silver Queen Mine to the curiously named Suicide Cabin Mine and Finn Cabin Mine, the map reveals a landscape deeply carved by extraction. Small settlements and family-named landmarks like Pappas Place, Paul Place, and Welch indicate the sparse but persistent human presence in this region. The southern portion is marked by the clear corridor of Homestake Creek and the Big Pipestone Viaduct, illustrating how modern transportation infrastructure navigates the complex geography of the Continental Divide.