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1935 Map of Mount Elbert

USGS Topo · Published 1963

About this map

Twin Lakes Reservoir dominates the central landscape of this 1930s-era survey, serving as a focal point for the headwaters of the Arkansas River. The region reflects a transition from early industrial extraction to conservation and recreation, evidenced by the presence of the Columbine Mine in the south alongside the U S Fish Hatchery and the Mt Massive Trout Club. Transportation is anchored by the Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad, which snakes through the valley past small tracks like Malta, Kobe, and Bucktown. To the west, the Continental Divide separates the drainage from Pitkin County, where high alpine peaks like Mt Elbert and Mt Massive overlook early settlements such as Hayden Ranch and Pullman Camp. This map effectively documents the mid-century infrastructure of the High Rockies before modern development altered these mountain communities.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1935
Date Published1963
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.59 x 20.89 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain