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1966 Map of Fawn Creek

Name: 1966 Topographic Map of Fawn Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1970
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1970

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North Fork White River carves through the southeast corner of this mid-century survey, anchoring a landscape defined by livestock operations and the high-altitude terrain of the White River National Forest. The presence of Windy Bill Cow Camp and Campbell suggests the enduring seasonal rhythms of high-country ranching, while a Drill Hole and various prospects indicate mineral exploration near Ellison Mountain.

Mapping reveals a complex network of Jeep Trails and Pack Trails that crisscross basins like Big Beaver Basin and timbered heights including Old Baldy. The drainage system is particularly dense, with Beaver Creek, Sleepy Cat Creek, and Moeller Creek feeding into the river system. Hydrological infrastructure is noted at the River Gaging Sta, providing a detailed look at how this remote Rio Blanco County landscape was managed and navigated before the expansion of modern road systems.