1971 Map of Leiter

About this map

Clear Creek meanders through the heart of this Sheridan County landscape, serving as the primary hydrological feature in an area defined by deep drainage patterns and agricultural water management. The small settlement of Leiter sits along the Burlington Northern railroad line, which follows the creek valley, while Big Corral marks a distinct point downstream. The complex irrigation network of the Pratt and Ferris Ditch No 3 and Pratt and Ferris Ditch No 2 illustrates the efforts of early ranching and farming interests to divert water across the dry benches. The topography is heavily dissected by numerous named draws, such as Cottonwood Draw, Dead Mans Draw, and Miller Draw, creating a rugged series of ridges and valleys that transition toward the East Fork. A solitary Pumping Sta and scattered wells indicate the infrastructure required to support life and industry in this northern Wyoming terrain.