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2012 Map of Homestead Draw

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Homestead Draw
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Olmstead Cr and its many seasonal tributaries define this remote corner of Campbell County, where the high plains are carved by a complex network of drainage systems. The landscape is characterized by its numerous named draws, which serve as the primary topographical markers for navigation and land management. Significant landmarks such as Sawmill Draw and Homestead Draw hint at the area's pastoral and utility history, while named routes like Olmstead Rd and Bay Horse Rd provide the essential framework for accessing the isolated ranches of the region.

The intricate hydrography of the north-central Wyoming ranchlands is visible through features like the Cookstove Prong Olmstead Cr and Three Bar Cr. These watercourses, along with smaller features like Short Draw and Cromack Draw, illustrate the subtle but vital elevation changes across the plains. This topographic detail is essential for understanding the seasonal water movement and grazing patterns that have dictated the local economy and settlement for generations.