2010 Map of Cattle Gulch

About this map

Middle Bijou Creek and East Bijou Creek define the eastern and western edges of this high plains drainage system in Elbert County. The landscape is carved by numerous seasonal watercourses, most notably Cattle Gulch and Wilson Creek, which converge to form a complex network of dry washes and small valleys. This 2010 survey reflects a sparse, rural pattern of land use where human presence is primarily marked by a geometric grid of county roads. Large-scale ranching and agriculture are suggested by the vast open spaces between routes like County Rd-129 and County Rd-162. The map also captures several smaller features like Water Gulch and the distinctly labeled Bland Crk, providing a detailed record of the local topography and naming conventions in this part of Colorado.