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1963 Map of Swallows

Name: 1963 Topographic Map of Swallows
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1965
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1965

About this map

The Arkansas River serves as the central artery of this Colorado landscape, illustrating the critical role of water management in the high plains. The presence of the Arkansas Valley Conduit and the Teller Ditch reveals a sophisticated network of irrigation and water transport essential for the region's development. Near the riverbanks, the settlement of Swallows and the rail stop at Livesey mark the human footprint during the early 1960s.

Transportation history is etched into the terrain through the Denver and Rio Grande Western tracks and a distinct Old Railroad Grade to the north, signaling shifts in the local rail economy. The map also detail numerous seasonal drainages, such as Turkey Creek, Rush Creek, and Peck Creek, which carve through the land before joining the main river valley. A lone Gravel Pit indicates local industrial activity, while a long Pipeline cuts across the northern section, highlighting the infrastructure required to sustain the area.