
The Arkansas River forms the central geographic artery of this High Plains landscape, marking a vital water source at the border of Colorado and Kansas. The settlement of Holly serves as a primary hub on the western side, while Coolidge sits just across the state line to the east. This area is characterized by an extensive network of irrigation and drainage features, such as the Buffalo Canal and Cheyenne Creek, which support the region's agricultural character. Local heritage is preserved at sites like the Holly Cem and Coolidge Cem, providing specific points of interest for genealogists tracing families in Prowers and Hamilton counties. Transportation and recreation are represented by the Holly Airport and the Justin Harrington Memorial Walkway Trl, reflecting the contemporary development of these two neighboring plains communities.
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1890 · Granada
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1891 · Albany
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1892 · Granada
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1893 · Albany
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1894 · Granada
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1900 · Syracuse
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1920 · Syracuse
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1953 · Holly West
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1953 · Holly East
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1954 · Lamar
USGS Topo · 1:250,000