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2011 Map of Carr East

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Carr East
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Rockport and the surrounding high plains of northern Colorado define this landscape, where the high desert terrain is marked by a network of essential water resources and industrial outposts. The map reveals a specific ranching and utility infrastructure characterized by numerous family-named landmarks like the Davis Windmill, Schnoor Windmill, and Shaklee Windmill. These features, along with several camps including Ponnequin Camp and Owl Camp, underscore the necessity of water management and seasonal habitation in this arid environment.

Transportation and aviation are central to the area's layout, with the Mile Hi Airport serving as a notable landmark near the intersection of County Hwy-126. Natural drainage systems such as Simpson Creek and Owl Creek cut through the terrain toward Simpson Mesa, illustrating the geographic transition between the plains and the rising tablelands. The grid of county roads provides structure to the open range, connecting remote camps like Beacon Camp and Baxter Camp to the regional hubs of Carr and Rockport.