1939 Map of Mount Elbert
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1939 Map of Mount Elbert

USGS Topo · Published 1939

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Leadville and its surrounding mining districts dominate this late 1930s survey, illustrating the complex infrastructure of the Upper Arkansas River valley. The map reveals a landscape defined by industry and water management, featuring the Denver and Rio Grande Western railroad winding through settlements like Malta, Snowden, and Kobe. The massive Twin Lakes Reservoir serves as a central hydrological landmark, while the Carlton Tunnel and the Columbine Mine underscore the region's long-standing reliance on resource extraction.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1939
Date Published1939
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.5 x 20.9 inches

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CopyrightPublic Domain