1949 Map of Highlands Ranch

About this map

Highland Ranch and the surrounding high plains of Douglas and Arapahoe Counties appear here in a period of agricultural transitions, prior to the post-war suburban expansion south of Denver. The landscape is defined by extensive ranching operations and water management systems essential for the semi-arid climate. The Highline Canal winds across the northern sections, while smaller water storage features like Chamberlain No 2 Res and the proposed Kistler Reservoir Site illustrate the infrastructure supporting local agriculture.