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2012 Map of Antelope Creek

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Antelope Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Graves School stands as a central landmark in this ranching landscape of Converse County, where the high plains meet the intricate drainage systems of Antelope Cr and E Antelope Cr. The map reveals a transition from traditional livestock operations, such as Combs Ranch and Wallis Ranch, to modern infrastructure exemplified by the Converse County Airport in the southwest.

Transportation corridors here reflect both contemporary utility and historical nomenclature, with routes like Jarmon Trail Rd, Kit Carson Trl, and Bridger Trl echoing the pathfinding heritage of the American West. Water management is vital to this arid environment, evidenced by the Baaken-Esmay Reservoir and numerous unnamed drainages feeding into Smith Cr. Residential and ranching access is defined by a network of local roads including Z Lazy Y Rd and Nielsen Rd, providing a clear view of the area's modern spatial organization.