1967 Map of Saguache

About this map

Saguache serves as the focal point of this San Luis Valley survey, situated where the high desert floor meets the rising foothills. The town's layout reflects a typical Western grid, bordered by essential resources like the Saguache Reservoir and the Saguache Municipal Airport. Local history is anchored by the Hillside Cem and Campo Santo Cem, while the industrial past is marked by a Smelter located near Findley Gulch. Water management, critical to this arid landscape, is extensively documented through the Lawrence Ditch, Werner Arroyo, and the Rio Grande Canal. Beyond the settlement, the terrain transitions into the rugged drainage of Tracy Canyon and North Tracy Canyon, punctuated by landmarks such as Devils Knob and Flagpole Hill. The presence of Onion Spring and various prospect sites suggests a history of both ranching and mineral exploration in the surrounding peaks.