1956 Map of Montrose
USGS Topo · Published 1978About this map
The Uncompahgre Plateau and the high basins of the Gunnison River dominate this 1950s landscape, captured just as major water reclamation projects were transforming the region's geography. The map reveals the early footprint of the Blue Mesa Reservoir and Taylor Park Reservoir, critical components for managing the high-altitude runoff that feeds the Colorado River system. Settlement patterns follow the river valleys and the winding route of the Denver & Rio Grande Western RR, which connects mountain outposts like Tincup and St Elmo to the agricultural hubs of Montrose and Delta.
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Editions of this 1956 Montrose Map
3 editions found
Historical Maps of Montrose Through Time
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