2010 Map of Pryor

About this map

Pryor and the surrounding high plains of Huerfano County are defined by a long history of coal extraction, evidenced by the numerous mining sites dotting the drainage basins of Santa Clara Creek and Mayne Arroyo. The industrial footprint of the early 20th century remains visible through labels for the Rugby Mine, Hezron Mines, and the Old Rouse Mine. Small settlements like Lester, Monson, and Mayne cluster near these former hubs of production, while the landscape rises toward distinctive landforms such as Salida Mesa and Tombstone Hill. Water management in this arid environment is highlighted by the Levy Reservoir and Saliba Lake. This 2010 survey provides a modern look at how transportation corridors follow the older tracks of commerce, with the major highway route cutting a direct path through the heart of the historic mining district.