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2017 Map of Buffalo NE

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Buffalo NE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Clear Creek meanders through this portion of Johnson County, illustrating the vital role of water management in the Wyoming landscape. The presence of the Big Bonanza Ditch, Des Moines Ditch, and Redman Ditch reveals a sophisticated historical irrigation network designed to divert mountain runoff across the arid plains. These engineered waterways supported local ranching and agriculture, connecting various land sections such as those near Stevens Number 2 Reservoir.

The terrain is defined by a dense network of drainages and named draws, often bearing the names of early settlers or local families. Features like Lawrence Draw, Waegle Draw, and Hodges Draw provide a detailed look at how the land was partitioned and utilized. The inclusion of School Section Draw marks the significant public land allotments intended to support local education, a common practice in the development of the American West.