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1968 Map of Mirage

USGS Topo · Published 1970

About this map

Mirage sits at the edge of the San Luis Valley, where an extensive network of irrigation ditches like the Shellabarger Eaton Ditch and Wales Travis Ditch divert water from the eastern peaks toward the agricultural flats. This 1968 study documents the transition from the forested heights of the Rio Grande National Forest down to the valley floor, where the landscape is defined by flowing wells and gravity-fed water systems. Local history is anchored by the Mirage Cem and the Cemetery (Rito Alto Ch), indicating the presence of established rural communities and religious centers. The map also traces an Old Railroad Grade running parallel to San Luis Creek, a remnant of the region's earlier transportation infrastructure. Water features dominate the terrain, from the Wild Cherry Creek in the mountains to the Rito Alto Creek that winds across the plains.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1968
Date Published1970
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.2 x 26.9 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain