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1947 Map of Derby

Name: 1947 Topographic Map of Derby
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1947
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1947

About this map

The South Platte River and its industrial corridor dominate this mid-century landscape north of Denver. The area is characterized by a dense web of transportation and utility infrastructure, including the Burlington Ditch and Highline Ditch, which support the region's complex water management. At the heart of the map, the confluence of Clear Creek and Sand Creek near Adams City illustrates the intersection of natural waterways and burgeoning urban development.

Railroad networks are particularly prominent, with lines like the Union Pacific and Chicago Rock Island and Pacific converging near the Stadium and Riverside Cemetery. Smaller settlements such as Irondale, Dupont, and Derby are interspersed with essential civic landmarks, including a Fish Hatchery and early aviation sites like Adams Co Airport. The map also captures several local education centers, from Washington Sch to Smiley Sch, reflecting the community's growth during this era.