1951 Map of Dead Horse Springs

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Dead Horse Draw carves a significant path through this section of Morgan County, directing the drainage of the arid landscape toward the southeast. In 1951, this area was characterized by a sparse, ranching-oriented infrastructure defined by the frequent placement of Windmill sites, which were essential for sustaining life and livestock on the high plains. The presence of the Victory School suggests a localized community hub during the mid-century, even as the broader landscape remained largely open and undeveloped.