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2017 Map of Hells Half Acre

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Hells Half Acre
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Hells Half Acre defines this stretch of Natrona County, where the stark topography of the Badlands meets the drainage systems of central Wyoming. This modern topographic survey reveals a landscape carved by ephemeral watercourses, including Hohnen Draw, Ohio Draw, and Keg Spring Draw, all contributing to the larger watershed of the S Fork Powder River. The network of water management is evident through features like the Lox Reservoir in the northwest and the Burlington Reservoir to the east, illustrating the ongoing importance of water storage in this arid environment.

Roadways such as Lox Rd and Notches Rd provide the primary access through the townships, while local landmarks like Shirttail Butte and Sulfur Springs serve as navigational anchors. The map's detail provides a clear view of the Public Land Survey System grid, demarcating boundaries between t36n r86w and t36n r85w, which is essential for understanding land ownership and grazing rights in this open range country.