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1948 Map of Naturita NW

USGS Topo · Published 1982

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Paradox Valley serves as the central focal point of this 1948 survey, where the low-lying agricultural and ranching basin is dramatically framed by the steep rising flanks of Monogram Mesa and Sawtooth Ridge. The landscape is a study in West Colorado's mining and water management history, featuring the Thunderbolt Mine perched above the valley floor. Water distribution in this arid environment is evidenced by the presence of Spectacle Reservoir and the drainage network of East Paradox Creek and Dry Creek. High-elevation grazing and livestock activity are noted at Corral No 2 and West Park, reflecting the era's reliance on open-range ranching across the rugged Montrose and San Miguel county line. The 1981 revisions add significant woodland detail to the original topography, showing the progression of land use in this uranium-rich region.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1948
Date Published1982
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 27.3 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain