2012 Map of Guthrie NW

About this map

Windmills define the landscape of this northwest corner of King County, where water infrastructure is essential for the livestock operations of the expansive Six Thousand Six Hundred and Sixtysix Ranch. The map documents a specialized ranching economy through uniquely named landmarks like Boxcar Windmill, Hog Trap Windmill, and Tidewater Windmill. These features, alongside ephemeral water sources such as Hackberry Tank, reveal the strategic management of a semi-arid terrain. The drainage network, including Willow Cr and Long Canyon Cr, dictates the placement of these vital water stations. Local road systems like Co RD-111 and Co RD-200 connect the various camps and pens, providing a clear view of the rural infrastructure required to maintain one of the region's historic cattle empires in the early twenty-first century.