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1980 Map of Mount Powell

Name: 1980 Topographic Map of Mount Powell
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1980
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1980

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Green Mountain Reservoir and the Blue River dominate the northeastern corner of this high-altitude landscape, marking a vital hydrological hub for the region. The small settlement of Heeney sits near the shoreline, serving as a base for access to the extensive trail networks and alpine basins of the Gore Range. High peaks such as Mount Powell and Eagles Nest rise along the southern and western reaches, forming a natural barrier between the Arapaho and White River National Forests.

The distribution of resources like the Thomas Ditch and Hoagland Reservoir No 1 reflects early water management efforts in this difficult terrain. A complex system of foot and pack routes, including the Guthrie Trail and Noonan Trail, connects numerous glacial lakes such as Upper Cataract Lake and Mirror Lake, providing a clear record of the area's recreational development and high-country accessibility in the 1980s.