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2017 Map of Coleman Draw

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

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Custer National Forest lands dominate this portion of the Powder River Basin, where a complex network of seasonal drainages and man-made water catchments defines the high plains landscape. The topography is marked by named draws such as Coleman Draw, Detborn Draw, and Thomas Draw, which serve as natural corridors through the dissected terrain. This area reflects a reliance on managed water resources for livestock and wildlife, evidenced by a high density of small impoundments including Gaskill Reservoir, Necessity Reservoir, and Daily Reservoir.

Elevated landmarks like Red Top Hill provide orientation above the winding paths of Home Creek and Threemile Creek. Important water sources for local land use are identified through numerous named springs, such as Coal Bank Spring, Tucker Spring, and Stafford Spring. The map documents the intricate relationship between the public forest boundary and the surrounding drainage systems of E Fork Otter Creek and its various western branches.