1965 Map of Golden

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North Table Mountain and South Table Mountain dominate the central landscape of this mid-1960s survey, illustrating the volcanic geology that shapes the western edge of the Denver basin. Along the southern corridor, the Colorado School of Mines and the Camp George West (National Guard) facilities anchor the foothills, while the irrigation infrastructure of the Farmers Highline Canal and Agricultural Ditch crisscrosses the plains to the east. The map captures a period of suburban expansion as Arvada reaches toward the hills, balanced against the industrial activity of numerous Gravel Pits and the Denver and Rio Grande Western rail lines. Notable landmarks for genealogical research include the expansive Mount Olivet Cemetery and the smaller Ralston Cem, along with local institutions like the College of the Rockies and Ralston Ch.