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1955 Map of Eagle Hill

Name: 1955 Topographic Map of Eagle Hill
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1957
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1957

About this map

The North McCallum Oil Field and the nearby Battleship Oil Field define the industrial landscape of this Jackson County region in the mid-1950s. Located in the high country where the Routt National Forest meets the Colorado State Forest, the terrain is marked by the winding path of the Canadian River and its numerous tributaries. These water sources supported a network of remote holdings, including the Dowell Homestead and the Dwinell Ranch, illustrating the intersection of energy extraction and high-altitude ranching.

The topographic detail highlights the transition from the rolling Sand Hills to the more dramatic elevations of the Medicine Bow Range. Geographic movement through the area is anchored by natural landmarks like Eagle Hill and the historical crossing at Ute Pass. The presence of a Pumping Sta and a network of ditches alongside the river indicates a highly managed water system essential for the survival of remote outposts like The Horse Ranch and Blevins Ranch.