2022 Map of Eastlake

About this map

Thornton and its neighboring suburbs represent a landscape where water management and residential development are inextricably linked. The map reveals an intricate network of irrigation and drainage features, such as the Farmers High Line Canal, Fulton Ditch, and Brantner Gulch, which have historically shaped the expansion of these North Denver communities. Dozens of engineered water bodies, including the Wadley Reservoir Number 1 and Eastlake Reservoir Number One, are interspersed with modern residential blocks, illustrating how the region's agricultural roots were adapted for suburban utility.