1967 Map of Terrace Reservoir

About this map

Terrace Reservoir and the winding Alamosa River anchor this mid-century look at the southern Colorado high country. The landscape is defined by the high-elevation management of the Rio Grande National Forest, where the presence of Shawcroft Cow Camp and Baxter and Martin Cow Camp reflects the region's enduring tradition of seasonal livestock grazing. Transport through this complex terrain of Piedrosa Canyon and Bald Ridge is marked by a network of primitive routes, including a prominent Stock Driveway and various Jeep Trails. The water management infrastructure is highly detailed, featuring a Gaging Sta and specific data for the Spillway Ele 8568 at the northern reservoir. From the waters of La Jara Reservoir to the peaks of Jacobs Hill, the map documents a working wilderness shaped by irrigation and forestry.