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1969 Map of The Nipple NE

Name: 1969 Topographic Map of The Nipple NE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1973
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1973

About this map

The Little Snake River meanders through this high-desert portion of Moffat County, carving a distinct valley that defines the local topography. This late 1960s survey documents a landscape focused on resource extraction and river crossings, most notably at the Edinger Bridge. The infrastructure of the era is clearly visible through the presence of a large Pipeline cutting across the northern reaches and several Gas Wells and Drill Holes scattered throughout the drainage basins.

Water management is critical in this arid environment, marked by the presence of a Flowing Well and various unnamed springs near the Powder Wash confluence. The map also records a Gravel Pit near the riverbanks, suggesting local material sourcing for the area's roads and infrastructure. This document provides a clear look at the industrial and natural intersection of Northwest Colorado before further modern development.