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1962 Map of Gypsum

Name: 1962 Topographic Map of Gypsum
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1988
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1988

About this map

The town of Gypsum sits along the banks of the Eagle River, serving as a central hub for ranching and transportation in Eagle County. This 1962 topography, updated with 1987 photorevisions, reveals a landscape defined by an intricate network of irrigation systems including Casper Ditch, Schumm Ditch, and Hockett Ditch, which supported the valley's agricultural development. The Denver and Rio Grande Western railroad parallels the river, providing the critical connection between the mountain terrain and the plains.

Rising sharply to the northeast, Greenhorn Mountain dominates the skyline above numerous drainage features such as Spring Gulch and Bartholomew Gulch. The map captures the early footprint of the Eagle County Airport and localized residential areas like Agnew and a designated Trailer Park. These details illustrate the transition of the region from a purely agricultural and rail-focused economy toward one incorporating modern infrastructure and community growth.