2016 Map of Calhan

About this map

Calhan sits as a central hub of activity on the high plains of El Paso County, where a grid of rural roads connects agricultural homesteads with regional water management infrastructure. The landscape is defined by the drainage of Big Sandy Cr and its various tributaries, such as Antelope Cr and E Br Brackett Cr. Significant local heritage is preserved through several community burial grounds, including the National Slovak Society Cem and the Calhan Memorial Cem, reflecting the diverse cultural threads that settled this portion of the Colorado plains. To the south, the Apach Mine indicates the region's historical ties to resource extraction, while the presence of the Calhan Airport and the intersection of routes like Ramah Rd W and Harrisville Rd emphasize the town's role as a transportation node for the surrounding ranching and farming lands.