Join Free
1964 Map of Water Canyon, 1968 Print
Loading...
Loading map...

1964 Map of Water Canyon

USGS Topo · Published 1968

About this map

Water Canyon and its complex network of seasonal draws define this high-altitude landscape of Rio Blanco County during the mid-1960s. The region is characterized by an extensive energy extraction infrastructure, marked by numerous Gas Wells and scattered Drill Holes throughout the terrain. Transportation follows the natural contours of the land, with the Dragon Road and Douglas Pass Road providing primary access, supported by various Jeep Trails. Water management is vital in this arid environment, evidenced by the Johnson Draw Reservoir, Big Horse Draw Reservoir, and West Fourmile Reservoir. A few notable landmarks indicate localized development along the watercourses, including the State Bridge and a Pumping Sta near Douglas Creek. This survey provides a clear view of the industrial footprint on the Colorado landscape before modern expansion, capturing the placement of storage bins and gravel pits essential to the local economy.

Find a feature on this map

24 named features on this map. Tap any name to fly to it.

Don’t see what you’re looking for? This feature index may not catch every label — zoom into the map to look around manually.

Map Details

Date Portrayed1964
Date Published1968
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 27.2 inches

Editions of this 1964 Water Canyon Map

Historical Maps of Rio Blanco County Through Time

335 maps found

Featured Locations

Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain