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2010 Map of Hooper West

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Hooper West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

The agricultural landscape of the San Luis Valley is defined here by an intricate grid of water management systems and rural roads. Speiser Cemetery sits centrally within this geometric expanse, a quiet landmark amidst the vast network of irrigation infrastructure that sustains the region's farms. The settlements of Hooper and Mosca anchor the northeastern and southeastern corners, respectively, serving as the primary hubs for this high-altitude valley community.

Surface water is meticulously channeled through features like the San Luis Valley Irrigation Drain and the Prairie Ditch. This 2010 survey reveals how the local economy relies on these engineered waterways, including the Hooper Lateral and Streator Lateral, which follow the rigid alignment of the county road system. The naming of thoroughfares such as Ninemile Ln and Eightmile Ln reflects a landscape measured by distance and utility.