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2013 Map of Iris

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Iris
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Iris and Sillsville anchor this high-altitude landscape along the border of Gunnison and Saguache counties. The map preserves a network of early mountain life, centered on several family claims including the Flick Homestead, Mick Homestead, and Jones Homestead. The terrain is deeply incised by numerous drainages such as Chance Gulch, Merry-go-round Gulch, and Camp Kettle Gulch, illustrating the complex hydrology feeding into Cochetopa Cr.

Genealogists will find particular value in the documented locations of the Iris Cem and the Post Homestead. The presence of Schisto Basin and Cooper Mountain suggests a landscape shaped by significant geological interest and high-country ranching, as evidenced by the Kreuger Ranch and Mitchell Ranch. This record detail provides a clear view of the rural infrastructure and land use in this corner of the Colorado Rockies.