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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

Ward sits on the eastern edge of this high-altitude landscape, serving as a hub for the surrounding mining and recreation areas. The map reveals a complex network of seasonal camps and lodges, such as the University of Colorado Camp, Camp Audubon, and Stapp Lakes Lodge, highlighting the region's importance as a center for scientific study and outdoor education during the mid-20th century. High peaks like Mount Audubon and Niwot Mountain dominate the skyline, while the presence of the Arapaho Glacier and the Arapaho Moraine indicates a landscape shaped by glacial activity.

Water management and recreation are central themes, seen in the numerous alpine lakes and man-made structures. From the Beaver Reservoir in the northeast to the string of Rainbow Lakes in the south, these features supported both local infrastructure and the growing tourism industry. The map also includes the Boulder City boundary and the Aqueduct, hinting at the vital role this watershed played in supplying water to the developing Front Range communities below.