1969 Map of Colorado City

About this map

Colorado City appears in its early development stages on the cusp of the 1970s, showcasing an organized grid of residential streets such as Cuerno Verde Blvd and Jefferson Blvd set against the natural topography of the high plains. The landscape is defined by the sharp incision of the Graneros Gorge and a network of seasonal watercourses including Greenhorn Creek and Scroggs Arroyo. Local recreation and utility infrastructure are prominent, with the Beckwith Reservoir serving as a central focal point near the Golf Course and the Rodeo Ground. The map also captures the path of the interstate as it crosses the Pueblo Co Huerfano Co line. Significant industrial and ranching landmarks like the northern Gravel Pit and southern Watters Spring provide insight into the land use and resources that shaped this planned community's early years.