1966 Map of Indian Head

About this map

The Rio Grande River serves as the central artery through this mid-1960s landscape, flanked by the Denver and Rio Grande Western railroad. This stretch of Colorado river valley, largely protected by the Rio Grande National Forest, shows a blend of transportation infrastructure and sparse settlement at Hanna. A State Bridge and a Gaging Sta mark the river's utility, while terrain features like Indian Head define the local topography. The presence of several Gravel Pits and a Gravel Pit near the rail line indicates the industrial activity supporting the corridor's development. Natural drainages like Old Woman Creek and Schrader Creek feed into the main river, while the high ground of English Valley sits in the northeast, illustrating the transition from the fertile river bottom to the high mountain forest.