2015 Map of Hoe Ranch

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The Powder River snakes through this high-plains landscape in Johnson County, anchoring a terrain defined by deep erosional draws and seasonal water sources. Central to the area is the Hoe Ranch, a namesake landmark situated near the tight bends of the river, where Hoe Spring provided a reliable water source for early settlement and ranching operations. The surrounding land is marked by a complex network of named drainage features, including Hynes Draw, Curtis Draw, and School Section Draw, which illustrate the region's topographical drainage patterns. To the south, the Reculusa Reservoir and the confluence of Ninemile Cr with the main river channel highlight the management of water in this semi-arid environment. Ranch roads like Falxa RD and Lower Sussex RD provide the primary access to these isolated pastures and homesteads.