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1961 Map of Red Creek

Name: 1961 Topographic Map of Red Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1963
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1963

About this map

Red Table Mountain dominates this 1961 landscape in Eagle County, a massive landform within the White River National Forest. The map documents a complex drainage network characterized by numerous named gulches and creeks, such as Frenchman Gulch, Saloon Gulch, and Gypsum Creek. These waterways provide a clear picture of the high-altitude topography before modern development, marking specific sources like Allred Spring and Antoine Spring.

High-country recreation and water management are evident through the presence of the Red Creek Campground and the L. E. D. E. Reservoir. This survey is particularly detailed regarding small alpine water bodies, including Muskey Lake, Rock Lake, and the Ragged Lakes. For those studying the geography of the central Rockies, the map provides precise locations for survey benchmarks like VABM Ruedi and local landmarks such as Gyp Hill.