San Juan National Forest provides the backdrop for this look at the high-elevation water systems and historical settlements of eastern Montezuma County. The irrigation infrastructure is meticulously detailed, tracing the Turkey Cr Ditch, Crystal Cr Ditch, and the Jackson Gulch Inlet Canal as they move water across the complex terrain. The map captures several small centers of activity such as Golconda, Roundup Junction, and Millwood, while family legacies are preserved at the Sheek Cem. This landscape is defined by its water management, featuring a network of storage sites like Weber Reservoir, Menefee Reservoir, and Robbins Reservoir. Significant geographic landmarks include the distinctive Red Arrow Dome and Helmet Peak, which stand as prominent markers in this region of high ridges and deep basins.
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1895 · La Plata
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1897 · La Plata
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1897 · Rico
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1898 · Rico
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1899 · La Plata
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1899 · Rico
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1908 · La Plata
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1956 · Cortez
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1958 · Cortez
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1959 · Cortez
USGS Topo · 1:250,000