1968 Map of Swede Lake

About this map

The high plains of Southeast Colorado are defined here by a sophisticated network of irrigation and storage, capturing the landscape as it appeared in the late 1960s. Large water bodies including Neesopah Reservoir and Neegronda Reservoir dominate the eastern half of the terrain, fed and managed through an extensive system of waterways like the Kicking Bird Canal and Fort Lyon Canal. These features highlight the critical role of water management in this arid region, where even smaller features like Swede Lake provide essential landmarks.