2021 Map of The Nipple

About this map

The Nipple rises as a prominent landmark along the eastern edge of the Powder River Basin, overlooking a landscape defined by seasonal drainages and livestock-supporting water sources. This high-plains terrain in Johnson County is characterized by a series of erosional features including Hood Draw and Windmill Draw, which channel runoff toward more significant watercourses like Pumpkin Cr. The presence of School Section Spring and Craney Spring indicates the critical importance of isolated groundwater sources in this arid environment, often serving as the focal points for grazing activity and land management.