1952 Map of Square S Ranch

About this map

Square S Ranch serves as a primary landmark in this portion of Rio Blanco County, where the landscape is defined by the winding course of Piceance Creek and an intricate network of erosional drainage features. Based on field checks from the early 1950s, the map illustrates a sparsely populated ranching territory characterized by high ridges and deep gulches. Notable terrain features like Dudley Bluffs and Miller Hill rise above the drainage floors, while evidence of early land management appears through labels for a Windmill and the VABM 6794 Tower. The survey also preserves the location of the Miller Hill Cem, a vital site for local genealogical research. Water sources are critical here, with named features such as Yellow Creek, Duck Cr, and various springs supporting the isolated ranching operations of the era.