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1966 Map of Piney Creek

USGS Topo · Published 1979

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Piney Creek and its many tributaries, including West Toll Gate Creek and Sulphur Gulch, weave through this high plains landscape at the intersection of Arapahoe, Douglas, and Elbert counties. The terrain reflects a transition toward recreational and transit use during the mid-1960s and 1970s, as evidenced by the established Arapahoe Motorized State Recreation Area in the northern reaches. Early infrastructure is marked by routes such as Smoky Hill Road and Airline Road, while a lone Gravel Pit indicates local resource extraction. The map reveals the intricate drainage patterns of the eastern plains, with named features like Murphy Creek and Sampson Gulch defining the topography. These detailed hydrological and road networks provide a clear view of the area's development before the intensification of suburban expansion, preserving the original configuration of local ranching and transit corridors.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1966
Date Published1979
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.1 x 27.3 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain