1970 Map of Simpson Draw

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Shawnee Creek and its tributaries carve a network of drainage channels across this high plains landscape of Converse County. The 1970 field check documents a rural ranching environment defined by scattered holdings such as Sybrant, Hall Ranch, and York Ranch. The topographic detail reveals the intricate erosion patterns of Simpson Draw and the West Fork Simpson Draw, where seasonal water flow has shaped the terrain. While predominantly agricultural, the appearance of a Gas Well in the eastern section hints at the early energy exploration that would eventually expand in the Powder River Basin. Numerous survey markers, including BM 5398 Arrow, provide precise historical elevation data for researchers and land historians tracking the development of the region's boundary lines and infrastructure.