1953 Map of Fort Reno SE

About this map

Drew Ranch anchors this high plains landscape along the border of Johnson and Campbell counties, appearing here as it was surveyed in the early 1950s. The terrain is defined by a complex network of seasonal drainages, including Willow Creek, Craney Draw, and Heldt Draw, which carve through the open range toward Table Mountain. This map provides a detailed look at early water management in a semi-arid environment, noting several artesian sources such as the First Well, Middle Well, and the Drew Well. A Diversion Dam on Willow Creek further illustrates the infrastructure required to support ranching in this territory. Numerous Windmill locations and bench marks are recorded across the draws and gulches, including Del Gulch and the North Prong, offering specific coordinates for researchers tracing the historical occupation of the Powder River Basin.