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2013 Map of Hog Ranch Canyon

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Hog Ranch Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The Huerfano River flows across this high plains landscape of Pueblo County, carving through a series of significant canyons and draws. The geography is defined by prominent landmarks such as Sawtooth Peak and the expansive Black Ridge, with water sources concentrated at Salt Spring, Hog Springs, and Karrick Spring. Settlement patterns center on the Hog Ranch area, reflecting the region's ranching heritage, further evidenced by the Lower Doyle Windmill and Gallegos Windmill which supported livestock in this arid environment.

Local history is preserved at the Finn Cem in the northeastern corner, while the presence of several reservoirs, including Homestead Reservoir and Peterson Reservoir, indicates the critical importance of water management. The terrain is deeply etched by Hog Ranch Canyon, Horse Pasture Canyon, and Karrick Canyon, creating a complex network of topographical features that have dictated movement and land use throughout the county's history.