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1957 Map of Mile High Lakes

USGS Topo · Published 1963

About this map

The high plains of Adams County are defined by a complex network of mid-century irrigation infrastructure and water storage facilities. Central to this landscape is Barr Lake, surrounded by a series of specialized waterways including the Burlington Canal, Denver-Hudson Canal, and Quincy Canal. These artificial channels directed water to a cluster of reservoirs such as Calhoun Reservoir and the Mile High Lakes, supporting the agricultural economy of the region. Scattered ranching operations like the Patton Ranch and Chapman Ranch underscore the rural character of the area during the late 1950s. The presence of the Green Valley Grange Hall provides a glimpse into the social and communal life of the farming families who managed these lands, while the rail-adjacent stop at Klink and the path of Third Grass Valley Creek illustrate the intersection of natural drainage and transport routes.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1957
Date Published1963
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.3 x 26.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain