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1980 Map of Junction Butte

Name: 1980 Topographic Map of Junction Butte
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1981
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1981

About this map

The Colorado River meanders through the heart of this high-country landscape, flanked by the Denver and Rio Grande railway which follows its southern bank. The town of Kremmling is the primary settlement, serving as a hub for the surrounding ranching and mining operations that define the area's development. Land management and water rights are evident through an extensive network of irrigation infrastructure, including the Kirtz Ditch, Barger Ditch, and Pheney Ditch, which redirect water from various gulches to support local agriculture.

Prominent topographic features like Junction Butte and Red Mountain overlook the river valley, while the presence of several Prospects and a Mine near Junction Butte point to a history of mineral exploration. Water storage is managed through sites like Taussig Reservoir No 1 and Moore Reservoir, illustrating the critical role of water engineering in this part of Grand County. The map provides a look at the mid-century infrastructure before modern expansion, capturing the placement of the local Airport and several electrical substations.