1962 Map of Montrose East

About this map

The Uncompahgre River corridor defines this landscape, where the eastern edge of Montrose meets the high ground of Kinikin Heights. During the early 1960s, the regional transportation network was anchored by the Denver and Rio Grande Western RR, which runs parallel to the river and several irrigation canals. Local community life is centered around institutions like St Marys Sch, Riverside Sch, and the Fairground, while the town's expansion is evidenced by the Drive-in Theater and the Radio Sta (KUBC) on the northern outskirts. Beyond the developed city grid, small settlements like Fairview and Vernal sit amidst a complex system of water management features, including the Filtration Plant and various named laterals. The map captures a transition from urban infrastructure to the agricultural and natural terrain of Arroyo and Dry Cedar Creek, providing a detailed look at land use before modern suburban growth.