2012 Map of Borie

About this map

The Borie Oil Field defines the industrial footprint of this high-plains landscape in Laramie County, where energy extraction and cattle ranching have long coexisted. Long-standing agricultural operations like the Rees Ranch, Belvoir Ranch, and Terry Ranch are scattered across the terrain, which is dissected by numerous seasonal drainages including Lone Tree Cr and Corlett Cr. The rail infrastructure at Speer and Borie serves as a reminder of the corridor's historical importance as a transit hub between Wyoming and Colorado. Water management is central to the area's utility, evidenced by the series of named reservoirs and ditches such as Gleason Number 2 Reservoir and the Polaris Ditch. A series of specialized outposts, including Triangle Camp, Hashknife Camp, and Willow Creek Camp, further indicate the systematic use of this land for ranching and resource management in the early 21st century.