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1962 Map of Silt

Name: 1962 Topographic Map of Silt
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1984
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1984

About this map

Silt and the smaller settlement of Antlers anchor this 1962 landscape, situated where the valley floor meets the dramatic rise of the Grand Hogback. The Colorado River serves as the primary artery for the region, paralleled by the Denver and Rio Grande Western railroad. This era shows an intensive reliance on water management for agriculture in Cactus Valley, evidenced by a complex network of irrigation features like the Grass Valley Canal, Lower Cactus Valley Ditch, and the Farmers Irrigation Company Ditch.

Beyond the river bottom and developed townsite, the terrain transitions into significant public lands and infrastructure. The Wheeler State Wildlife Area sits just east of town, while the northern edge is marked by the Rifle Gap State Recreation Area and the Grass Valley Reservoir. Local landmarks such as the Rifle Municipal Airport and a Drive-in Theater reflect the mid-century growth of this Garfield County community.