1980 Map of Lampkin Gulch

About this map

Custer National Forest anchors the southeastern corner of this landscape in Carter County, where the terrain transitions toward the drainage basins of the northern plains. This 1980 edition captures a region defined by its water sources, essential for the ranching operations that utilize the surrounding range. The serpentine path of Boxelder Creek dominates the southern half of the quadrangle, marked by several fords that indicate local movement through the valley. Named water features like Neece Spring and the Last Chance Spr suggest the vital role of specific springs in this semi-arid environment. Further north, the confluence of Harmon Creek and Mud Creek provides a glimpse into the natural irrigation of the area, while the presence of a Flowing Well and Corral Creek reflects the human adaptation to the land's hydrology.