2012 Map of Dry Creek NE

About this map

The Canadian River cuts through this high plains landscape of Roberts County, carving out a network of drainage creeks in an otherwise sparse ranching region. This 2012 survey reveals the isolation of the Panhandle, where the namesake Red Windmill stands as one of the few named landmarks outside of the creek beds and ranch tracks. The drainage patterns of Dugout Cr, Sourdough Cr, and Indian Cr dominate the topography, illustrating the erosional forces that define the local geography. Transportation is limited to a handful of thoroughfares such as Ranch Road 283 and Payne Ranch Rd, which connect remote ranching operations. The map provides a clear look at the intersection of water rights and land use, where seasonal waterways like Chicken Cr and Dry Creek are the primary features in a land shaped by cattle and wind.