1969 Map of Roubideau

About this map

The Gunnison River carves through the northern portion of this landscape, accompanied by the critical transit corridor of the Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad. This area, situated along the boundary of Delta and Montrose Counties, illustrates a rugged western environment where water management is central to the land's utility. From the broad expanse of Cactus Park to the high ground of Twentyfive Mesa and Winter Mesa, the terrain is deeply incised by drainages like Roubideau Creek and Cottonwood Creek. Human presence is marked by isolated features such as the Roubideau Conservation Training Camp and various water control structures, including Club Gulch Reservoir and the Ironstone Canal, which demonstrate the ongoing efforts to harness the region's limited water resources for ranching or industry.