1956 Map of Hartsel

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.