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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 corridor in Pueblo County defines this 1963 landscape, carved into the Arkansas Valley. This survey captures the critical intersection of rail and water infrastructure west of Pueblo. The Denver and Rio Grande Western railroad tracks parallel the river, while an Old Railroad Grade further north marks an earlier transportation path through the arid terrain.

Agricultural and industrial needs are evident through the complex network of water management features, including the Minnequa Canal, Teller DITCH, and Bessemer Ditch. These conduits trace the contours of the land to support small settlements like Swallows and Livesey. From the north, Turkey Creek and Rush Creek feed into the main valley, while local industry is noted by a prominent Gravel Pit and a Pipeline crossing the northern section of the quadrangle.