1962 Map of Montrose West

About this map

The city of Montrose sits along the Uncompahgre River in the early 1960s, serving as a hub where the Denver and Rio Grande Western RR meets an extensive network of irrigation infrastructure. The Montrose and Delta Canal winds westward from the river, cutting across the landscape to support agriculture in the Shavano Valley. This survey captures the transition from the organized town grid to the surrounding agricultural and ranching lands, marked by essential community landmarks like the Maple Grove School and Grandview Cemetery. South of the city, the terrain rises sharply toward Beaver Hill and Sims Mesa, where deep canyons like Linscott Canyon and Lindsay Canyon define the drainage patterns of the high desert environment. The presence of the Landing Strip and Radio Towers (KUBC) reflects the infrastructure of the mid-century era.