2013 Map of Fosston

About this map

Pawnee National Grassland dominates the northern landscape of this Weld County quadrangle, marking a transition into the high plains environment. The settlement of Fosston and the nearby Hilltop Ranch anchor the local geography, reflecting the area's agricultural and ranching roots. Water management is a central theme of the terrain, evidenced by the Klingenberg Flood Control Number 1 Reservoir in the southeast and Bidwell Lake to the north. These features, along with the drainage of Crow Creek and Sand Creek, show how water resources have been shaped and utilized in this semi-arid region. Transportation is defined by a rigid grid of county roads, such as CO Road 86 and CO Road 75, which intersect with Co-392. The presence of Cass Field Airport suggests a level of local aviation infrastructure serving this corner of the Colorado plains.