1960 Map of Fort Collins

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Fort Collins expanded significantly during the mid-20th century, a transformation visible in the sprawling residential developments and academic growth at Colorado State University. The city is defined by its relationship with the Cache La Poudre River, which winds through the northern districts, and a complex system of irrigation and storage reservoirs like Terry Lake and Warren Lake Reservoir. Smaller, established enclaves such as Andersonville and Buckingham sit near the river, while peripheral rail stops and junctions like McClellands and Black Hollow Junction point to the region's agricultural and transit foundations. The infrastructure of the era is further evidenced by the Downtown Fort Collins Airpark and numerous local schools, including Poudre High Sch and Holy Family Sch. Historically significant sites for genealogists include Grandview Cem and Harmony Cem, located as the city grid meets the rural plains.