2021 Map of Fredrick Draw

About this map

Fredrick Draw and its namesake watershed define this portion of Johnson County, characterized by a complex network of seasonal drainage channels and ranching infrastructure. The landscape is marked by a series of localized catchments including Rattlesnake Number 1 Reservoir and Antelope Reservoir, which support livestock in this arid terrain. Access is provided by rural routes such as Tipperary Rd and Double Cross Rd, which traverse the high ground between features like Antelope Basin and McMillan Draw. The mapping reveals a subtle but critical water system where ephemeral flows eventually reach Crazy Woman Cr and Dry Cr. This 2021 study documents the persistence of traditional land use and grazing boundaries, reflected in the numerous family or locally-named draws like Cook Draw, Sony Draw, and Julio Draw that segment the prairie.