1912 Map of Meeker

About this map

The town of Meeker sits as the central hub of this 1912 survey, situated along the river within Agency Park. The surrounding landscape is defined by the high elevations of the Danforth Hills to the north and the broad basin of Powell Park to the west. This era reveals a pioneer ranching economy in Rio Blanco County, where the map labels several family-held lands including the Uehlein Ranch, Valentine Ranch, and Ninemile Ranch. The distribution of local education is evident through the presence of the Powell Park School, Coal Creek School, and Mesa School, which served the scattered agricultural community. Geographic landmarks such as Ninemile Gap and Rattlesnake Mesa provide clear navigation points through the varied terrain of gulches and creeks like Strawberry Creek and Sulphur Creek.