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1956 Map of Hartsel

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of Hartsel
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1957
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1957

About this map

Hartsel serves as the focal point of this high-altitude ranching landscape in South Park, Colorado. The settlement is positioned near the confluence where the Middle Fork South Platte River meets the South Fork, a region defined by extensive water management infrastructure including the Fehringer Ditch No 1 and Reinecker Ditch. A specialized agricultural economy is evident through features like the Colton Sheep Camp and the prominent Hartsel Ranch (Hdqrs).

Transportation and resource extraction are visible along the river corridor, where the Old Railroad Grade runs parallel to the water. Unusual local landmarks such as Hot Springs, the Bathhouse, and scattered Oil Wells suggest a diverse range of land use beyond traditional cattle ranching. The topographic prominence of Reinecker Ridge and Bald Hill provides a clear view of how these ranches, including the Shoemate-Augustine Ranch and Turner Ranch, were sited along valley floors and creek beds like Fourmile Creek.