1971 Map of Fort Morgan

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The South Platte River corridor dominates this Colorado landscape, shaping the development of Fort Morgan and its industrial and agricultural identity. A prominent Sugar Refinery on the city's western edge, along with the Union Pacific railroad lines, signals the historic importance of sugar beet processing in the region. The map documents the city's civic core, featuring several educational institutions like Lincoln Sch and High Sch, alongside the Riverside Cem and Rainbow Bridge spanning the river. North of the river, the irrigation infrastructure is extensive, with the Riverside Canal and various aqueducts supporting the surrounding plains. To the west, the residential pocket of Log Lane Village sits near the Boyd State Wildlife Area, reflecting the area's balance of industry, community, and conservation.