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2013 Map of Salida West

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Salida West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Arkansas River and South Arkansas River convergences define the geography of the upper valley in this 2013 survey. The landscape transitions from the high peaks of the San Isabel National Forest into a complex network of agricultural irrigation, featuring numerous named waterways like the Sunnyside Park Ditch, Missouri Park Ditch, and Del Monte Ditch. These historic water rights reflect a legacy of ranching and farming in areas like Missouri Park.

Salida and Poncha Springs serve as the primary hubs, while smaller named locales such as Smeltertown and Belleview sit along the valley floor. Regional infrastructure is well-represented, from the Harriet Alexander Field Airport to specialized facilities like the Mount Shavano Hatchery. Local history researchers will find the locations of Fairview Cemetery and Woodlawn Cemetery valuable for mapping family heritage within the Chaffee County landscape.