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2010 Map of Castle Rock South

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Castle Rock South
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

Castle Rock anchors the northwestern corner of this landscape, where residential development meets the intricate drainage systems of the Front Range foothills. The terrain is defined by a network of gulches and creeks, most notably the prominent Cherry Creek and East Plum Creek systems. A significant landmark in the eastern portion of the map is the Old Castlewood Dam, situated along a bend in the creek.

The map reveals the transition of the area toward suburban expansion in the early 21st century, with newer developments like Crystal Valley Pkwy and Ridge Oaks Dr branching into the hills. Despite this growth, much of the southern and eastern territory remains defined by its natural watercourses, including Upper Lake Gulch and Sellers Gulch. Infrastructure like the Arapahoe Canal and the Franktown Parker FPW-1 Reservoir highlight the regional management of water in this semi-arid environment.