1965 Map of Rattlesnake Gulch

About this map

The Wind River Indian Reservation Boundary divides this landscape, marking a significant jurisdictional line through the arid drainage basins of Hot Springs County. The terrain is defined by a series of dry washes and intermittent streams, including Owl Creek, Pumpkin Creek, and Mud Creek, which cut through the high plains toward the Bighorn River system. The presence of Mines near the southern flank of Cedar Ridge suggests localized extractive industry, while a solitary Gaging Sta along the creek and a Pipeline crossing the northern draws reflect the management of water and energy resources in this open country.