1924 Map of Fraser

About this map

Moffat Tunnel serves as a focal point in this high-altitude landscape, representing a critical engineering feat through the Continental Divide. The survey captures the mountain corridor during a period when the Denver and Salt Lake railroad dictated the local economy and settlement pattern. Towns and stops such as Tabernash, Fraser, and West Portal line the route, while smaller spurs like Wood Spur and Irving Spur suggest the area's industrial activity. High-mountain grazing and mining are evident through features like the Pole Creek School and the Urad Mine located near Jones Pass. This topography illustrates the rugged transition from the Fraser River valley to the alpine heights of Byers Peak and Mt Nystrom, documenting a working landscape where timber, mineral extraction, and transportation infrastructure converged in the early twentieth century.