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1951 Map of Milton Reservoir, 1965 Print
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1951 Map of Milton Reservoir

USGS Topo · Published 1965

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Milton Reservoir dominates the northeastern corner of this Weld County landscape, serving as a vital hub for a sophisticated network of irrigation infrastructure. This post-war era survey, compiled as part of the Missouri River Basin development program, illustrates the critical role of water management in Colorado's high plains. A complex system of waterways, including the Platteville Lateral Canal, West Speer Canal, and East Speer Canal, crisscross the terrain to support local agriculture. The social and industrial fabric of the community is evidenced by the centrally located Four-Way School and an Inactive Coal Mine to the west, signaling a shift in the local economy from mineral extraction toward managed cultivation. Numerous windmills are scattered throughout the sections, highlighting the ongoing reliance on groundwater alongside the more modern seep canals like Beebe Seep Canal and Bowles Seep Canal.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1951
Date Published1965
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