1997 Map of Antelope Reservoir

About this map

Pawnee National Grassland dominates the northern and eastern portions of this High Plains landscape, where the drainage of Little Owl Creek and Robinson Creek flows toward the Eastman Basin. The map reveals a complex water management system essential for agriculture and industry in Weld County, featuring the Pierce Lateral, Burger Gault Lateral, and the Lone Tree Ditch. These man-made watercourses connect various storage points including Antelope Reservoir, Boyd No 2 Reservoir, and the Rowe Brothers Reservoir. In the southwest corner, the Pierce Oil Field is marked by numerous Oil Wells, illustrating the region's energy production. The terrain is further characterized by local landmarks like Boyd Springs and several commercial operations such as a Feedlot and various Gravel Pits, showing the intersection of ranching and extraction.