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1963 Map of Washboard Rock

Name: 1963 Topographic Map of Washboard Rock
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1973
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1973

About this map

The Cimarron River carves through the heart of this high-elevation landscape, where the Uncompahgre National Forest spans several county lines. This mid-century survey captures a region defined by ranching and water management, anchored by the Big Cimarron Ranch and the early infrastructure of Fish Creek Reservoir No 1 and Fish Creek Reservoir No 2. Numerous alpine lakes and seasonal creeks dot the topography, providing a detailed look at the hydrology of the area before modern developments changed the character of the back-country.

Prominent geographical markers like Washboard Rock and Cimarron Ridge dominate the western portion of the sheet, while the eastern section rises toward High Mesa. Notable for those tracing historical land use and recreation, the map documents early access routes via a network of trails and jeep trails, as well as established sites like the Big Cimarron Campground and the Gaging Sta along the river.