1962 Map of Gypsum

About this map

The town of Gypsum sits at the confluence of Gypsum Creek and the Eagle River, serving as a vital hub in the high mountain valleys of Eagle County. This early 1960s landscape is defined by its complex irrigation infrastructure, essential for ranching and agriculture in the arid terrain. Notable water management features include the Stremme and Gates Ditch, Casper Schumm Ditch, and Bartholomew and Chatfield Ditch, which divert water from the river to the surrounding flats. Transportation and communication are anchored by the Denver and Rio Grande Western railroad and the County Airport with its associated Beacon. The topography rises sharply from the river bottom toward Greenhorn Mountain and is dissected by numerous drainages such as Burns Gulch and Tenderfoot Gulch, illustrating the transition from riparian valley floors to steep upland peaks.