1962 Map of Gypsum

About this map

Gypsum serves as the focal point of this 1962 topographic survey, situated where the Denver and Rio Grande Western railroad corridors parallel the Eagle River. The landscape reveals a complex network of agricultural infrastructure, specifically irrigation systems such as the Bartholomew and Chatfield Ditch, Casper Schumm Ditch, and Gates Ditch. These human-made waterways suggest a valley floor dedicated to ranching and farming, contrasting with the high, arid terrain of Greenhorn Mountain and its numerous drainages like Sheep Gulch and Agnew Gulch. North of the river, the settlement of Agnew and a Trailer Park represent the mid-century residential footprint, while the County Airport and a Beacon indicate the area's increasing connectivity. The map also documents local industry through several Gravel Pits and the presence of a Gaging Sta near the town center, monitoring the vital river flow.