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1965 Map of Dolores West

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Dolores West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1968
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1968

About this map

The Dolores River valley and its surrounding mesas are the focus of this mid-1960s survey, illustrating a landscape defined by complex irrigation and ranching infrastructure. The town of Dolores sits at the river's bend, while the uplands to the west are organized around agricultural settlements like Lebanon and Arriola. A sophisticated water management system is evident, featuring the Mc Phee Canal, Main Canal No 1, and the Narraguinnep Reservoir, which support the high-altitude farming operations.

Evidence of historical transit and rural community life is visible through the Old RR Grade and scattered institutional landmarks. Genealogists can locate several burial grounds, including Lebanon Cem and Sunset Memorial Gardens (Cem), alongside local landmarks like Mildred Sch and Lakeview Sch. The terrain is characterized by a series of deep drainages such as Hermana Draw, Hartman Draw, and Leavell Draw, which slice through the plateau south of the San Juan National Forest boundary.