1949 Map of Hudson

About this map

The agricultural landscape of Weld County and Adams County centers on the town of Hudson and the small settlement of Tonville just before the mid-century. This 1949 survey reveals a sophisticated water management network vital to the High Plains, dominated by the Burlington Extension Ditch, Speer Canal, and Hudson Canal. The terrain transitions from the rolling topography of The Sand Hills to the distinct elevations of Riley Mound and Smith Mound. Local history and genealogy are anchored by landmarks like Mountain View Cem and a dense cluster of irrigation features including Henry Lake Reservoir and Ireland Reservoir No 6. The map illustrates a rural economy built on canal-fed agriculture and gravel extraction, with the Quincy and Burlington Road serving as a primary transportation artery.