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1978 Map of Galatea
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1978 Map of Galatea

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

Galatea sits along the southern edge of this Eastern Colorado landscape, defined by the path of the Missouri Pacific railroad. The settlement serves as the primary hub of human activity in an area otherwise characterized by vast stretches of open land dotted with agricultural markers and water management features. Evidence of early land use is found at the Cem and various locations marked simply as Well, including those situated near Red Lake and Carson Lake. These water bodies are distinctive landmarks in the high plains environment, providing critical resources for the local ranching and farming operations indicated by the network of section lines and fence markers. The map also records the boundary between Cheyenne Co and Kiowa Co and a Drill Δ site, reflecting the region's intersection of rural industry and administrative surveying during the late 1970s.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1978
Date Published1978
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.9 x 26.7 inches

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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain