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1951 Map of Galien, 1972 Print
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1951 Map of Galien

USGS Topo · Published 1972

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The South Platte River corridor in Logan County defines this landscape, where early 1970s updates reveal the complex irrigation infrastructure required for High Plains agriculture. A network of gravity-fed channels, including the Sterling No 1 Ditch, Platte Valley Ditch, and Lone Tree Ditch, diverts water from the river to support the surrounding ranchlands. This heavy reliance on water management is further evidenced by numerous Windmills dotting the terrain, essential for livestock at sites like the Frank Blair Ranch.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1951
Date Published1972
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.6 x 27.2 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain