1966 Map of Deadline Draw

About this map

The Honeycombs dominate the western edge of this Washakie County landscape, characterized by complex drainage patterns and prominent geological formations. The terrain is defined by a series of north-south running ridges, most notably Big Cedar Ridge and Little Cedar Ridge, which divide the watershed between Bud Kimball Creek and the intricate draws to the west. This mid-1960s survey reveals a landscape dedicated to sheep ranching and resource management, evidenced by the presence of the Blue Bank Shearing Pens and scattered water sources like Millys Well and The Dugout. A network of simple jeep trails provides the only reliable access through the rugged coulees and draws, including the eponymous Deadline Draw and Blue Bank Draw. The mapping of fine fence lines across these draws and buttes, such as Middle Butte and South Butte, offers a clear record of land use and property boundaries in this high-plains environment.