2015 Map of Patsy Draw

About this map

Thunder Basin National Grassland dominates the northern reaches of this Converse County landscape, where the high plains are carved by seasonal drainages and ephemeral water storage. The hydrological network is defined by the Dry Fork Cheyenne River and several named draws including Cottonwood Draw, Poison Draw, and the eponymous Patsy Draw. These features suggest a topography of intermittent flow, where cattle ranching and land management rely on a series of small impoundments. Notable man-made water features such as Madsen Reservoir, Ballard Reservoir, and Anderson Reservoir are scattered across the terrain, reflecting the critical importance of water conservation in this arid Wyoming environment. The map also traces the meandering paths of Skunk Cr and Dry Cr as they cut through the grassland's undulating surface.