2017 Map of Manderson SE

About this map

The Nowood River cuts through the southern portion of this landscape in Big Horn County, serving as a primary water source for local agricultural efforts. Traces of human engineering are evident in the Avent Ditch and Shafer Ditch, which redirect water across the arid terrain. The map reveals a transition from the broad Basin Flats in the west to more complex drainage systems in the east, characterized by McDermotts Gulch and the East Fork McDermotts Gulch. This area is defined by its deep arroyos and intermittent watercourses like Alkali Cr, while prominent landforms such as Blue Ridge provide navigational landmarks. The layout of Co LN 50 and Ainsworth Unit Rd indicates the sparse but vital transport network supporting local ranching operations in this part of Wyoming.