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1957 Map of Ward

Name: 1957 Topographic Map of Ward
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1978
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

Mount Audubon and the high peaks of the Front Range dominate this mid-century topographic survey, where alpine hydrology and recreational development meet. The settlement of Ward anchors the eastern edge, showing a concentrated cluster of structures near Left Hand Creek and Chipmunk Gulch. Much of the map covers the intersection of the Roosevelt National Forest and Arapaho National Forest, highlighting the transition from permanent settlements to seasonal camps and lodges.

Researching the landscape reveals a heavy emphasis on water management and social organization, from the City Aqueduct near Caribou Creek to institutional outposts like the University of Colorado Camp and Camp Audubon. Notable glacial features such as the Arapaho Moraine and Niwot Ridge define the rugged topography, while numerous high-altitude basins like Silver Lake and Lake Isabelle supply the complex drainage systems of North Boulder Creek and South St Vrain Creek.