2019 Map of Gilpin

About this map

The settlement of Gilpin sits at the heart of this high-plains landscape in Bent County, defined by its water management and distinct topographic rises. The northwest corner is marked by the course of the Purgatoire River, while the southern reaches of the quadrangle show the irrigation infrastructure of the Eagle Rock Ditch near Rule Cr. This 2019 survey illustrates the intersection of natural drainage and human modification, featuring prominent landforms such as Ninemile Hill and Getchel Hill. Researchers will find a network of county roads including Co RD Z and Co RD T that connect the open spaces of Heinan Flats to the surrounding draws and hills. The map provides a contemporary record of land divisions and named terrain features like Smith Draw and Penrose Draw, reflecting the enduring geography of this rural Colorado region.