
The Naval Oil Shale Reserve dominates this 1920s landscape in Garfield and Rio Blanco counties, reflecting early federal interest in energy resources. The rugged terrain is defined by the deep incisions of Parachute Creek and its many tributaries, including Middle Fork and East Fork. Human presence is sparse but specific to the era's industrial and ranching efforts, marked by remote outposts like Columbia Shale Camp and Washington Shale Camp.
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1906 · Grand Hogback
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1910 · Grand Hogback
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1925 · Parachute Creek
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1927 · Parachute Creek
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1929 · Grand Valley
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1929 · Highmore
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1929 · Roan Creek
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1952 · Rio Blanco
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1952 · Anvil Points
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1952 · Rock School
USGS Topo · 1:24,000