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2014 Map of Elwood

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Elwood
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Elwood serves as the focal point of this Gosper County landscape, where the flat upland plains are carved by the intricate drainage systems of Plum Cr and the branches of Turkey Creek. The agricultural character of the region is defined by an extensive water management network, including the prominent Lateral E-65 canal and a series of upland catchments such as Bogle Reservoir, Meyer Reservoir, and the Whaley-Reynolds Reservoir Number 1. These features illustrate the vital role of irrigation and water storage in maintaining the local farming economy.

Genealogists will find local landmarks including the Elwood Cem and the Quakerville Cem to the northeast. The town site itself preserves a traditional grid with street names like Railroad St and Rush St, while the rugged terrain of Devils Gap contrasts with the surrounding tablelands. Large-scale water features like the Elwood Reservoir dominate the northwest, providing a clear picture of the modern rural infrastructure.