2010 Map of Box Springs

About this map

Box Springs serves as a central reference point in this high plains landscape, defined by a complex network of water management features and seasonal drainage. The area is characterized by an extensive series of impoundments, most notably the five sequentially numbered basins including Box Springs Reservoir Number 1 through Box Springs Reservoir Number 5. These reservoirs, along with South McCabe Lake and Reservoir Number 1, indicate the critical importance of water storage for the surrounding agricultural or ranching activities. The natural topography is further shaped by Horse Creek and Pond Creek, while the southwestern portion is marked by the distinctively named Dead Horse Creek. A rigid grid of county roads and section lines, such as County Road U and County Line 19, organizes the territory, reflecting the systematic land division typical of eastern Colorado.