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1951 Map of La Salle

Name: 1951 Topographic Map of La Salle
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1951
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1951

About this map

The South Platte River corridor near La Salle and Evans defines this landscape of intensive irrigation and rail infrastructure in Weld County. A complex network of water management is visible through the Union Ditch, Latham Ditch, and Platte Valley Canal, supporting the agricultural character of the region. The Union Pacific railroad lines converge at the La Salle junction, illustrating the town's role as a vital transportation hub during the mid-century period.

Beyond the primary settlements, the map details rural community life through the presence of the Big Bend School and Beebe Draw School. To the east, the Lower Latham Reservoir and smaller bodies like Peckham Lake and Chesnut Reservoir appear alongside the Beebe Draw drainage. Cultural landmarks such as the Beebe Draw Gun Club and several gravel pits suggest a varied use of the terrain for both industry and recreation.