2012 Map of Beaver Creek Hills

About this map

Beaver Creek Hills dominate the high country of Sheridan County in this 2012 topographic study, where a complex network of early irrigation infrastructure remains visible across the landscape. Tracing the water rights of the era, the map identifies significant engineering works such as the Big Goose and Beaver Ditch, Colorado Colony Ditch, and Peralta Ditch. These waterways represent a vital agricultural heritage, directing flow from Big Goose Cr and Jackson Cr to support local ranching and settlement. Evidence of historical access is found along Beckton Hall Rd and the aptly named Red Grade Rd, which navigates the steep ascent toward Government Gap. The terrain is deeply incised by numerous named draws and gulches, including Baker Draw and Alder Gulch, providing a detailed look at the drainage patterns that define this section of the Wyoming range.