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1950 Map of Northgate

USGS Topo · Published 1979

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North Platte River waters carve through this high-altitude landscape along the Colorado and Wyoming border, where the river meets the Canadian River in a complex drainage network. The 1950 field survey reveals a high-country economy driven by ranching and mineral extraction, centered on the settlement of Northgate and the Quaintance Ranch. Industrial activity is concentrated near the mountain slopes, with the Fluorspar Mine, Gero Tunnel, and Camp Creek Mine indicating the search for valuable ores in the surrounding peaks. A sophisticated irrigation system, including the Cumberland Ditch and Union DITCH, demonstrates the era's commitment to water management for agriculture. Elevations shift dramatically from the river bottom to prominent heights like Watson Mtn, Sentinel Mountain, and Dean Peak, all while crossing the boundaries of the Routt National Forest and Medicine Bow National Forest.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1950
Date Published1979
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.72 x 27.06 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain