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1953 Map of Mount Wilson

USGS Topo · Published 1966

About this map

Mount Wilson and the surrounding San Miguel Mountains define this high-altitude landscape during a mid-century period of transition. The geography reflects a historical reliance on extraction and transit, evidenced by the Old Railroad Grade and the Highline Stock Driveway cutting across the San Miguel and Dolores County line. Active industry is still present at the Butterfly Mine near Ames, while the silence of the Coal Mine (Aband) near Coke Oven points to the area's shifting economic focus. Significant landmarks like Trout Lake and Lizard Head Pass serve as anchoring points for the network of trails including the Lizard Head Trail and Sheep Trail. This survey, produced with cooperation from the Atomic Energy Commission, provides a meticulous look at the land within the Uncompahgre National Forest and San Juan National Forest.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1953
Date Published1966
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.1 x 27.3 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain