1962 Map of Loveland

About this map

The Loveland community serves as the heart of this Larimer County landscape, where the Big Thompson River flows just south of the town center. The mid-century city plan is defined by its proximity to significant water bodies, notably the large expanses of Boyd Lake and Horseshoe Lake, alongside smaller reservoirs like Cemetery Lake and Donath Lake. This 1962 survey reveals a transition from the agricultural valley to early suburban growth, anchored by local institutions such as Garfield Sch and the Loveland Memorial Hospital. Industrial and transport hubs are central to the area's economy, with the Sugar Refinery and a Municipal Airport supporting the region. A dense network of railroads, including the Union Pacific, Colorado and Southern, and Great Western, facilitates the movement of goods through the valley. Local history is further preserved at sites like Lakeside Cem and Resthaven Memorial Gardens.