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1978 Map of Rock Basin
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1978 Map of Rock Basin

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

Buffalo Basin and Rock Basin dominate this high plains landscape in Lincoln County, Colorado, where the water table dictated the patterns of settlement and land use. The intermittent path of Rush Creek winds through the southern reaches of the quadrangle, flanked by numerous hydraulic features essential for ranching and survival in this arid environment. Several Wells and a specific Monahan Well are documented, highlighting the vital role of individual water rights and family-named landmarks in the local history of the region. A modern Pipeline cuts across the northeastern corner, signaling the infrastructure developments of the late 1970s. This survey, based on aerial photographs from 1974, provides a detailed look at the section lines, unimproved roads, and sparse landmarks like a lone Tank that characterize this portion of the Colorado plains.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1978
Date Published1978
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain