1994 Map of Rye

About this map

Rye and the developing residential grid of Colorado City sit at the transition between the high plains and the peaks of the Sangre de Cristo foothills during the mid-1990s. The landscape is defined by the drainages of Greenhorn Creek and Graneros Creek, which have carved deep paths across the terrain. To the west, the San Isabel National Forest and the Greenhorn Mountain Wilderness preserve the steep slopes of Greenhorn Mountain. This era shows the local infrastructure supporting these communities, including the Fish Hatchery and High School in Rye, while the Brookside Cemetery and the Old San Isabel Road provide links to the area's established history. The presence of several Gravel Pits along the creek beds suggests ongoing local industry and road construction during this period of growth.