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2016 Map of Sterling South

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Sterling South
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Sterling anchors the northern edge of this Logan County landscape, where the southern residential expansion meets an intricate network of irrigation systems and river bottomlands. The agricultural heritage of the region is evident in the complex hydrography supporting the valley, including the Springdale Ditch, Balzac Ditch, and Sterling Lateral Number 1. These man-made channels parallel the South Platte River, which winds past Hadfield Island and provides the vital lifeblood for the surrounding high plains.

Local history is preserved at Riverside Cem on the west bank, while the naming of Sugar Mill Rd reflects the industrial processing roots of the local beet industry. To the east and south, the terrain opens into the broader flats of the Colorado plains, marked by landmarks such as Twin Mills and Jones Flat. This detailed survey documents the intersection of modern municipal growth with a century-old water management infrastructure.