1963 Map of Beecher Island NW

About this map

The Arikaree River basin in Yuma County serves as the central focal point for this mid-century topographic study, which captures a landscape defined by intermittent drainage and agricultural isolation. The terrain is marked by the convergence of the North Fork and South Fork, creating a complex network of draws and seasonal waterways such as Willow Creek and Black Wolf Creek. This area of the High Plains appears largely rural and sparse, with human activity represented by scattered structures and a designated Grave located north of the river. A local landmark, Squaw Hill, rises above the river valley near a Gravel Pit, providing a rare topographic variance in an otherwise steady incline toward the west. The mapping reflects the Missouri River Basin development program's interest in the hydrologic patterns of these high-altitude plains prior to significant modern infrastructure.