1966 Map of Toonerville

About this map

Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroad tracks anchor the eastern corridor of this Bent County landscape, connecting the small settlements of Toonerville and Ruxton in the late 1960s. The topography is defined by the transition from the level Heinan Flats in the northwest to the more complex drainage systems of Rule Creek and Muddy Creek. These waterways, accompanied by infrastructure like the Rock Ditch and County Canal, highlight the critical role of water management in this arid Colorado region. Small-scale landmarks, such as the McAfee Windmill and the high point at Eagle Nest, provide specific points of interest for genealogists and local historians tracking rural land use. The map also identifies the locality of Nena, situated along the rail line, offering a precise view of the regional transportation and settlement patterns before further modernization.