1959 Map of Bill

About this map

Ranching life in the high plains of Converse County defines this landscape, where family operations are connected by the Tillard Road and Highland Loop Road. The small community of Bill sits near the northern edge, supported by the Dry Creek Sch and the Dry Landing Strip. Water management is central to survival in this arid environment, evidenced by numerous man-made features like Government Dam, Madsen Reservoir, and Fiddleback Reservoir. These catchments, along with named wells and springs like Red Rock Spring, provided the necessary water for livestock across the Highland Flats. The map documents established holdings such as the Tillard Ranch and Johnson Ranch, while also noting the Ballard Ranch (Aband), reflecting the shifting fortunes of mid-century homesteading in Wyoming.