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1951 Map of Hardin
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1951 Map of Hardin

USGS Topo · Published 1951

About this map

The South Platte River corridor near Hardin is defined by an intricate network of irrigation systems and transportation links essential to mid-century Colorado agriculture. As part of the Missouri River Basin development program, this 1951 edition records the vital water infrastructure of the era, including the Latham Ditch, Empire Intake Canal, and the Bijou Canal. The Union Pacific railroad parallels the river, connecting small agricultural hubs like Kuner and the Seventy Ranch. Local education and community life are anchored by the Kuner School, while the landscape is dotted with windmills and water tanks, signaling the reliance on groundwater for the surrounding plains. The presence of the Bijou Dam and various flumes and levees illustrates the engineering efforts required to manage the river's path and seasonal flows for the benefit of the surrounding ranching and farming operations.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1951
Date Published1951
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.2 x 26.9 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain