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1972 Map of Chalk Bluffs West

USGS Topo · Published 1974

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Simpson Mesa dominates the northern landscape of this Weld County survey, providing a stark topographical contrast to the eponymous Chalk Bluffs that define the central terrain. This arid region of Colorado shows a distinct reliance on subterranean water sources, evidenced by the numerous named wells and windmills scattered across the quadrangle. These features, including the West Simpson Windmill and Milliken Well, reveal a legacy of cattle ranching and water management in a high-plains environment. The drainage network is characterized by intermittent flows such as Simpson Creek and Geary Creek, which carve through the escarpments. Long-distance infrastructure is marked by a prominent Pipeline cutting east-to-west across the mesa, while the southern reaches are drained by the West Fork Willow Creek and Coal Creek.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1972
Date Published1974
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.08 x 26.61 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain