1962 Map of Dereemer Ranch

About this map

Dereemer Ranch and Whitaker Ranch sit within a high plains landscape defined by the branching drainages of the Laramie hills. This 1962 field-checked survey highlights the intricate drainage network of the North Branch Little Bear Creek, the South Fork Little Bear Creek, and Carey Creek. The land is predominantly used for ranching, evidenced by the extensive network of fence lines and family-named landmarks like Gundby Draw and Sheppard Draw. A lone Oil Well along a Pipeline near Horse Creek indicates the early intersections of traditional Wyoming ranching and the encroaching energy industry. The map provides a detailed view of the rural infrastructure of Laramie County before modern development, preserving the locations of springs and ephemeral draws essential to the local livestock economy.