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2011 Map of Johnson Dam

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Johnson Dam
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Beaver Creek meanders through this section of Phillips County, defining a landscape shaped by intermittent drainage and localized water management. The topography is characterized by a network of dry washes and coulees, including Guston Coulee, Moss Coulee, and Pickhandle Coulee, which channel seasonal runoff toward the primary creek beds. This 2011 survey documents the specific infrastructure used by ranchers and land managers to capture these vital water resources in an arid environment.

Strategic water features such as Johnson Dam, Martin Number 1 Dam, and the uniquely named Buddy Holly Dam indicate the necessity of stock ponds and reservoirs for local agriculture. These points of interest, alongside the course of Sevenmile Creek and Cottonwood Creek, offer a precise record of the hydrologic modifications made to the high plains. The inclusion of Beaver Creek Rd provides a primary reference point for navigating this rural expanse.