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1962 Map of Houston Gulch

Name: 1962 Topographic Map of Houston Gulch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1964
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1964

About this map

Parlin Flats and the winding course of Tomichi Creek dominate the northern landscape of this early 1960s survey along the Gunnison Co Saguache Co line. The map captures a high-country environment where ranching and early transportation infrastructure intersected, evidenced by the presence of Green Mesa Ranch and Table Top Ranch alongside an Old Railroad Grade. This decommissioned rail line, following the natural contours of the creek, reflects the shift in Colorado's mountain logistics during the mid-20th century.

Industrial and agricultural history is well-represented by the Alaska Mine in the southwest and the Arch Irrigation Ditch near the eastern border. The area is heavily defined by its drainages, including Houston Gulch and Razor Creek, which provide water for cattle and irrigation. Natural landmarks like Lions Head and numerous named water sources such as Sage Hen Spring and Valdez Spring offer specific points of interest for those studying the physical and cultural history of the Gunnison National Forest region.