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1965 Map of Brighton

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Brighton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1994
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1994

About this map

The Brighton area serves as a major hub for agriculture and industry along the South Platte River and the Union Pacific railroad corridor. This map documents a landscape shaped by water management and transit, with numerous water bodies like Barr Lake and Stouffer Reservoirs supporting the surrounding plains. The town of Henderson and the community at Hazeltine are clearly defined, showcasing the early residential growth patterns in Adams County.

Local history is preserved through the locations of several educational and community landmarks, including Pleasant Plains Sch and a series of district schools such as North Sch and South Sch. The presence of Elmwood Cemetery and Fairview Cem provides vital points of interest for genealogists tracing regional family roots. The industrial character of the valley is evident in the numerous Gravel Pits concentrated near Henderson Island and along the river banks.