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2013 Map of Littleton

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Littleton
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Chatfield State Park and the massive Chatfield Lake dominate the southern portion of this landscape, where the South Platte River is managed through an extensive network of water infrastructure. The map illustrates the complex hydrography of the Front Range, featuring the Highline Canal, City Ditch, and Nevada Ditch alongside numerous reservoirs like McLellan Reservoir and Marston Lake. Residential development is highly granular, showing the established neighborhoods of Littleton, Columbine, and the expansive Highlands Ranch.

Evidence of the area's transition from agricultural and water-management roots to dense suburban centers is visible in the proximity of older sites like the Littleton Cem and Acequia to modern subdivisions such as Normandy Estates and The Ridge at Stony Creek. The terrain is defined by several prominent drainages, including Deer Creek Canyon and the Hogback formation to the west, providing a clear view of the geological boundary where the plains meet the foothills.