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1962 Map of Drake

USGS Topo · Published 1964

About this map

The Big Thompson River carves a deep canyon through this portion of the Roosevelt National Forest, defining the settlement patterns of the early 1960s. Small mountain communities including Drake, Midway, and Waltonia line the narrow river corridor, where the topography transitions from high peaks like Storm Mtn and Spruce Mountain toward the eastern plains. The landscape reflects a specialized mountain economy and infrastructure, featuring the State Fish Hatchery and the Loveland Powerplant. An Aqueduct winds through the canyon walls, following the river's descent toward Cedar Cove. This survey, field-checked in 1962, captures the intersection of water management and recreation, evidenced by the Veterans Mem Park and the network of gulches—such as Bear Gulch and Stringtown Gulch—that feed the main river fork.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1962
Date Published1964
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.3 x 26.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain