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1977 Map of Pawnee Buttes

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

Pawnee Buttes serve as the defining landmark of this high plains landscape, rising above the surrounding drainage networks in northern Colorado. The terrain is characterized by a series of vital water sources, including Elizabeth Spring, Demoss Spring, and the uniquely named The Wolf Spring. These points of relief and hydration were essential for early cattle ranching and homesteading in the semi-arid environment. Subsurface exploration is evidenced by scattered industrial markers like the Oil Well and a Drill Hole, signifying the region's mid-century shift toward resource extraction. The hydrology is dominated by the seasonal flows of North Pawnee Creek and Igo Creek, which carve subtle paths through the township and range grid. This survey preserves a quiet period of rural activity before modern conservation and land use changes altered the character of the Weld County plains.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1977
Date Published1978
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.1 x 26.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain