1969 Map of Fortification NE

About this map

Willow Creek Ranch stands as a solitary named settlement in this high-country landscape near the Wyoming border, where the terrain is carved by the drainages of Willow Creek and Fourmile Creek. The map documents a period of subterranean exploration and energy development, evidenced by the presence of a Gas Well, a Drill Hole, and a utility Pipeline cutting across the western sections. The transportation network is minimal, consisting of a rugged Jeep Trail that navigates the complex system of draws and ridges, including the prominent Mud Spring Draw. This 1969 field-checked survey highlights the transition from traditional ranching to industrial resource extraction in the high plains of Moffat County.