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2019 Map of Morrison

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Morrison
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

Golden and the sprawling western edges of Lakewood meet at the foothills of the Front Range in this detailed 2019 survey. The landscape is defined by its dramatic geological transitions, from the iconic Hogback and Dinosaur Ridge to the steep slopes of Mt Zion and Lookout Mountain. This area serves as a significant cultural and civic hub, containing the Jefferson County Courts and Administration Building and the William F Cody Grave atop the heights.

Tracing the complex network of recreational and historic paths, the map reveals an intricate system of trails including the Apex Trail, Red Rocks Trail, and Chimney Gulch Trail. Water management and natural drainage are central to the terrain, evidenced by the Ward Canal, Magic Mountain Reservoir Number 1, and the expansive Bear Creek Lake recreation area. The transition from established neighborhoods like Pleasant View to the rock formations of Mt Morrison and Mt Glennon illustrates the interface between urban development and the preserved open spaces of the Colorado foothills.