1993 Map of Ludlow

About this map

Custer National Forest lands dominate the western half of this quadrangle, where the rugged terrain of the Flint Hills meets the high plains of Harding County. This 1993 revision, based on surveys dating back to the 1960s, documents a landscape shaped by water resources and geological extraction. A network of springs and man-made catchments, including Picnic Spring, Jenkins Spring No 1, and Ash Tree Reservoir, support the region's ranching operations. The settlement of Ludlow sits on the eastern edge of the forest boundary, while the interior is marked by distinctive topographical landmarks like Rileys Butte and Riley Pass. Evidence of the area's mineral value is seen in scattered Mine symbols and a Scoria Pit, while historical features like Ludlow Cave and the uniquely named Rotten Burger Ranch provide specific points of interest for local history researchers.