2013 Map of Ponderosa Park

About this map

Parker and its surrounding residential developments sit at the edge of the High Plains, where suburban expansion meets the varied terrain of the Palmer Divide. This 2013 survey illustrates a landscape of large-lot residential enclaves and planned communities such as The Pinery, Hidden Village, and Parker Highlands. The topography is defined by significant drainage systems including Tallman Gulch, Bayou Gulch, and Moonshine Gulch, which carved out the namesake hollows of this region. To the south, the map details more established rural residential areas like Ponderosa Park and Franktown, showing the progression of settlement along the Douglas and Elbert County line. The infrastructure of these communities is evident in the network of winding roads like Canterberry Pkwy and Singing Hills Ln, which connect the disparate pockets of development to the larger regional hubs. The presence of specialized water management features, such as the Barney Ford Reservoir Number 1, highlights the critical role of water storage in this semi-arid environment.