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1983 Map of Salida East

Name: 1983 Topographic Map of Salida East
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1983
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1983

About this map

The Arkansas River defines the western edge of this landscape, carving a valley between the town of Salida and the high terrain of the San Isabel National Forest. This 1983 edition shows the community's established layout, with the Courthouse and hospital situated near the riverbanks. The town’s industrial and transportation history is anchored by the Denver and Rio Grande Western RR, which follows the river’s path, supported by local infrastructure like the Gaging Station.

Away from the river, the terrain rises sharply toward landmarks like Tenderfoot Hill and Rick Mountain. The map reveals a high concentration of named canyons and gulches, including Cottonwood Gulch and Dead Horse Gulch, which drain the eastern slopes. Remote springs and peaks such as The Crater and Big Baldy Mountain illustrate the transition from the river valley to the complex high-altitude geography that characterizes the border of Chaffee and Fremont counties.