2013 Map of Barking Dog Spring

About this map

Barking Dog Spring and Picnic Springs anchor this high plains landscape in Elbert County, where the headwaters and drainage networks define the local geography. The terrain is marked by significant natural landmarks such as Cheyenne Lookout and the descent into Devil Canyon. This 2013 survey documents a predominantly rural expanse where water sources were historically vital for cattle ranching and early settlement patterns. The flow of Beaver Cr and Rattlesnake Cr cuts through the township lines, eventually contributing to the Arikaree River basin in the southern reaches. Local infrastructure is represented by a sparse network of county routes, including Co Road 166 and Co Road 162, which follow the section lines and natural contours of the Divide country.