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1952 Map of Northgate
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1952 Map of Northgate

USGS Topo · Published 1952

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Mining operations and mountain ranching define this high-altitude landscape along the Colorado and Wyoming border in the early 1950s. The North Platte River winds through the western valley, flanked by the steep slopes of Independence Mountain and Watson Mtn. The settlement of Northgate serves as a local hub near the Union Pacific rail line, supporting an active mineral extraction economy. Evidence of this industrial activity is scattered across the eastern peaks, including the Camp Creek Mine, Fluorspar Mine, and Gero Tunnel. Irrigation systems like the Durgin Ditch indicate the adaptation of the land for cattle and agriculture, while the Quaintance Ranch highlights early land use in the northern reaches of the Routt National Forest.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1952
Date Published1952
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.2 x 26.9 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain