2017 Map of Dead Woman Crossing

About this map

Dead Woman Crossing serves as the focal point of this arid Johnson County landscape, where the intricate network of seasonal drainage channels defines the local geography. The terrain is characterized by a series of named draws and basins, such as Frenchy Basin and Metcalf Gulch, which feed into larger watercourses like Salt Creek and Meadow Creek. These features suggest a history of cattle ranching and early Wyoming exploration, where access to reliable water sources like Frenchy Springs was essential for survival in the high plains.