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1969 Map of Chapman Coulee NE

Name: 1969 Topographic Map of Chapman Coulee NE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1972
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1972

About this map

Glasgow Air Force Base dominates the landscape of Valley County in this late 1960s survey, revealing a high-density footprint of military infrastructure amidst the surrounding drainage basins. The base complex includes a significant residential and civic layout, featuring the Westside Sch, North Star, and Jr High Sch, alongside essential facilities like a Hospital and Fire Sta. The area's logistical importance is further underscored by the Burlington Northern railroad line and an extensive Aqueduct system.

The natural topography is defined by its numerous coulees, such as Foss Coulee and Chapman Coulee, which create a complex drainage network into Cherry Creek. These deep-set channels contrast with the industrial activity of multiple Gravel Pits and the functional design of the Sewage Disposal Ponds serving the base. The presence of Olson Spring and several unnamed water sources highlights the ongoing search for water in this arid stretch of the Missouri River Basin.