1967 Map of Erie

About this map

Erie and Lafayette anchor this 1960s study of the northern Colorado plains, a landscape transitioning from a coal-mining economy to suburban growth. The presence of the Erie Mine and Columbine Mine along the Burlington Northern and Union Pacific tracks highlights the region's industrial foundations. Water management is central to the area's layout, with an extensive network of ditches like the Boulder and Whiterock Ditch feeding reservoirs such as Panama Res No 1, Prince Lake No 1, and Thomas Reservoir. These features supported the agricultural development around smaller settlements like Canfield, Tabor, and Leyner. The map also documents mid-century recreational and infrastructure changes, including the Mountain View Drag Strip and the Tri-County Airport near the Weld and Adams county line.