2015 Map of Rairden

About this map

The Bighorn River corridor defines this portion of the Bighorn Basin, where an intricate network of irrigation infrastructure supports the arid landscape. Major engineering works like the Big Horn Canal, Fritz Canal, and Hanover Canal parallel the river, tracing the contours of the valley to sustain local agriculture. Small settlements and sidings such as Rairden, Eccles, and Durkee anchor the eastern side of the river, linked by a grid of rural routes including Rairden Ln and Game Reserve Rd. The terrain transitions from the fertile river bottom to the high desert, marked by seasonal drainages like Fivemile Cr and Sixmile Cr. Industrial activity is evident near the western boundary with Devon Oilfield Rd, reflecting the region's energy resources. This survey also captures the jurisdictional divide at the Big Horn Co Washakie Co line.