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1955 Map of Pitchpine Mountain

USGS Topo · Published 1990

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Routt National Forest dominates the western portion of this mid-century landscape, characterized by the high elevations of Pitchpine Mountain and the water-shedding canyons of the Roaring Fork. To the east, the terrain transitions into a highly developed irrigation network essential for high-altitude ranching. This complex system of water management is visible through numerous named structures like the Lone Pine Ditch, Wolfer Ditch, and Lillie Ditch, which redirect water from alpine streams to support livestock operations. Settlement patterns here are defined by established family holdings rather than towns, with several significant sites noted including Carlstrom Brothers Ranch, Brands Ranch, and Emigh Ranch. These ranching outposts, connected by improved and unimproved routes like the Grizzly Helena Trail, underscore the remote agricultural economy of Jackson County before the era of widespread modern development. Alpine features such as Ceanothuse Lake and Livingston Park offer a look at the undisturbed backcountry of the era.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1955
Date Published1990
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 27.2 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain