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2017 Map of Deadman Butte

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

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Deadman Butte rises as a prominent landmark in this high-elevation landscape of Natrona County, defined by a complex network of seasonal drainages and geological formations. The terrain is deeply incised by the various branches of Cottonwood Creek, including the N Fork Cottonwood Cr and S Fork Cottonwood Cr, which together shape the local topography. Notable geological features like Black Mesa and the striking Red Wall indicate the area's varied stratigraphic character.

Surface water is a vital element of this environment, as seen at Sanchez Spring and along the winding Sanchez Creek. Access to this remote region is facilitated by routes such as Bighorn Mountain Rd and Buffalo Creek Rd, while more primitive paths like the E K Trl suggest a history of ranching or backcountry passage. The map provides a detailed view of the township and range boundaries that partitioned this part of Wyoming for settlement and resource management.