2013 Map of Center North

About this map

Agricultural irrigation systems define the landscape of northern Center and Saguache County in this 2013 study. The northern edge of the town is visible, organized around a rigid street grid including Washington Way and Broadway, which gives way to a sprawling network of water management features essential to high-altitude farming. Major arteries such as the Farmers Union Canal, San Luis Valley Irrigation Drain, and N Main Canal weave through the township divisions of T041N and T042N. The presence of Lanier Ranch and Meadow Ranch reflects the enduring ranching tradition of the San Luis Valley, while Leach Airport provides a modern transportation link amidst the rural section lines. Along the northern boundary, the natural course of La Garita Cr contrasts with the man-made precision of numerous lateral ditches, including the Lateral Fortyseven and N Central Lateral.