2011 Map of Purcell

About this map

The settlement of Purcell anchors this northern Colorado landscape, characterized by a grid of rural roads and scattered water management features. Situated in Weld County, the area relies on a network of drainage ways and storage sites, including the prominent Thomas Lake Reservoir and the McGrew Reservoir located within the Eastman Basin. The importance of water in this semi-arid high plains environment is further evidenced by the naming of various family or local landmarks such as the Joker Windmill, Pap Windmill, and Meads Windmill. These specific features indicate a history of ranching or agricultural operations where groundwater access was critical. The terrain is defined by the winding paths of Coal Creek and Wildhorse Creek, which cut through the surveyed sections, while primary transit is handled by routes like Co RD 49 and Co RD 104.