1979 Map of Hackberry Creek

About this map

The Bighorn Oil Field dominates the northwest corner of this Banner County landscape, where numerous Oil Wells and Drill Holes indicate the active energy extraction of the late 1970s. The terrain transitions from the open plains of Pumpkin Creek in the north toward more complex drainage patterns to the south. Local heritage is anchored by sites like Kirk Cem and Chalk Creek Cem, which provide specific points of interest for genealogists tracing early families in the region. The map also records the natural landmarks of the area, including Chalk Mound and the deep cut of Bighorn Gulch. This survey captures a moment when traditional ranching and petroleum development overlapped, evidenced by the intricate network of fence lines and access roads connecting various springs and remote drill sites.