1950 Map of Kersey

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The South Platte River and Cache La Poudre River converge in this mid-century survey of the Colorado plains, defining a landscape dominated by an intricate irrigation network. Extensive waterways like the Eaton Ditch, Latham Ditch, and Ogilvy Ditch crisscross the terrain to support local agriculture. The town of Kersey and the smaller Spanish Village sit along the Union Pacific rail line, while Gill and Cloverly anchor the northern reaches. This 1950 mapping records the specific placement of rural education centers such as Peter Brown School and Lone Tree Sch, alongside family-named landmarks like Darling Ranch. Between the river forks lies a unique terrain feature known as the Delta, illustrating the complex drainage patterns before further modern development altered the riverbank structures and numerous gravel pits of the era.