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1980 Map of Royal Gorge, 1984 Print
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1980 Map of Royal Gorge

USGS Topo · Published 1984

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The Arkansas River carves a dramatic path through the Royal Gorge, serving as the central axis for this 1980 survey of Fremont County. The engineering feats of the era are on full display, from the iconic Royal Gorge Bridge spanning the canyon to the Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad following the riverbanks. Tourism and recreation infrastructure define the landscape around Royal Gorge Park, featuring a Miniature RR, an Inclined RR, and numerous picnic areas. On the eastern edge, Canon City shows early signs of water management and utility development with the Hydraulic Ditch and a Filtration Plant. This map provides a unique look at the transition between industrial rail transport and the rising prominence of automotive travel along Skyline Drive, while preserving the locations of remote outposts like Adamic Cow Camp and the frontier-themed Buckskin Joe settlement.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1980
Date Published1984
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.1 x 26.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain