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1987 Map of Dale Creek

Name: 1987 Topographic Map of Dale Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1987
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1987

About this map

The Union Pacific railroad corridor dominates this high-plains landscape in Albany County, where heavy infrastructure meets the historic path of the Overland Trail. This survey captures the complex engineering required to navigate the local drainage systems, specifically around the engineering landmark known as The Fill and the nearby Hermosa Tunnel. Small siding settlements and stops like Hermosa, Dale Creek, Woodard, and Johnson are scattered along the rail line, marking the functional anatomy of the transcontinental route during the late 20th century.

Beyond the rails, the map reveals a history of resource extraction and navigation. A Mine Shaft and various Prospect points are noted near Johnson, while the terrain itself features distinctive landmarks such as the Natural Fort. The hydrology is defined by the winding course of Dale Creek and its tributaries, including West Fork Dale Creek and Texas Creek, illustrating the intersection of natural watercourses and man-made utility corridors like the Overland Pipeline.