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2015 Map of Artesian Draw

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Artesian Draw
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

The historical Bozeman Trl cuts across this high plains landscape, marking a legacy of westward migration through Campbell County. This corridor of transit is supported by vital water sources like Emigrant Spring and Von Burg Spring, which were essential for travelers and early homesteaders in an otherwise arid environment. The map reveals a complex network of drainage features, including the eponymous Artesian Draw and Fletcher Canyon, illustrating how the land's hydrology dictated movement and settlement patterns.

Modern infrastructure follows these ancient paths, with Brown Rd and Ross Rd providing access to remote ranchlands and the headwaters of Ninemile Cr. The presence of several named springs, such as Taylor Spring, highlights the critical importance of reliable water in the Powder River Basin. This survey provides a clear view of the relationship between natural geography and the historic overland routes that shaped the American West.