2021 Map of Dixon Ranch

About this map

Dixon Ranch serves as the primary landmark in this ranching landscape of Niobrara County, where the topography is defined by a complex network of seasonal drainages and draws. The map illustrates a high plains environment reliant on water management, centered around the Thompson Number 1 Reservoir and the winding course of Dogie Cr. Transport through the area is limited to established rural routes like N Lance Creek Rd and Cow Creek Rd, which follow the natural contours of the land. The numerous named drainage features, such as Hooligan Draw, Jolly Draw, and Timber Draw, highlight the specific local nomenclature used by landholders to navigate this dissected terrain. These features, along with S Snyder Cr and Clayton Draw, provide a detailed look at the hydrology of the Wyoming plains during the early 21st century.