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1950 Map of Kings Canyon, 1969 Print
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1950 Map of Kings Canyon

USGS Topo · Published 1969

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The Colorado State Boundary divides this high-altitude landscape where the Routt National Forest and Medicine Bow National Forest meet. This mid-century survey reveals a legacy of resource extraction, centered on the Village Belle Mine and Kings Canyon Mine. The Union Pacific line follows the northern contours, connecting several small outposts like Clayton and Camp Nelson. Settlement patterns appear tied to these industrial and transit hubs, with smaller locations such as Village and Camp established along the drainage of Camp Creek. The rugged terrain is defined by Pinkham Mountain and the unique geography of the North Sand Hills, while water management is evidenced by the Hardwork Ditch cutting through the hills near Kings Canyon Creek.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1950
Date Published1969
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 27.3 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain