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1955 Map of The Meadows

USGS Topo · Published 1981

About this map

The Meadows serves as a high-altitude drainage basin for a complex network of alpine streams, including Salt Creek, Leon Creek, and Plateau Creek. This 1955 survey illustrates the land-use patterns within the Grand Mesa National Forest, where the landscape is defined by vast plateaus and specialized cattle grazing infrastructure like the Leon Cow Camp. The presence of several family-named landmarks such as Kirkendall Flats and Bogue Mountain points to the early homesteading and ranching history that preceded the forest's federal management. Water management is a primary feature of the terrain, evidenced by numerous Beaver Ponds and man-made structures like Labbie Res and Anderson Res. The map also captures the early transportation routes of the area, featuring the Salt Creek Road and specialized paths like the Spruce Trail and High Trail winding through The Flat Tops.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1955
Date Published1981
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 27.3 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain