2022 Map of Kreybill

About this map

John Martin Reservoir dominates the center of this landscape, where the Arkansas River was dammed to manage irrigation and water rights in Bent County. The map shows the intricate network of water management essential to this arid region, featuring the Fort Lyon Canal, the Kicking Bird Canal, and the Miller Ditch feeding into the surrounding agricultural lands. The small settlements of Kreybill and Hilton are positioned near the northern shore and major roadways, reflecting the historical dependence on proximity to the river valley and rail corridors. Tributaries like Gageby Cr and Rule Cr feed into the main reservoir, illustrating the natural drainage patterns that have been heavily modified by human engineering. This modern survey tracks the enduring geography of the High Plains, where vast tracts of public land and irrigation infrastructure define the local economy and settlement patterns.