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2016 Map of Alta Vista

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Alta Vista
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Alta Vista sits at the heart of this high plains landscape, situated along the county line between El Paso Co and Elbert Co. The terrain is defined by a dense network of intermittent watercourses, including Mustang Cr, Middle Rush Cr, and the headwaters of N Fork Horse Cr. This 2016 survey illustrates the grid-based development of the region, where gravel roads like Simla Hwy and Kendrick Rd follow section lines across the open range.

Local history is preserved in small but significant landmarks, such as the Liptrap Grave located near the northern boundary. The presence of the Big Sandy Creek Watershed S-17 Reservoir indicates the critical role of water management in this arid environment. This map is particularly useful for researchers tracing the development of rural infrastructure, including various routes like Oil Well Rd and Hoot Owl Rd that crisscross the prairie.