1969 Map of The Nipple

About this map

The Little Snake River meanders through the arid, deeply dissected terrain of Moffat County, carving a narrow valley floor that contrasts with the surrounding high country. The landscape is defined by its prominent landforms, most notably The Nipple, a distinctive peak that anchors the drainage systems of Nipple Gulch and South Nipple Gulch. During this late 1960s survey, the area remains largely open range, with the Nipple Rim Ranch standing as a primary point of human settlement near the river's edge. To the south, the terrain opens into broader washes like Red Wash, overlooked by the singular profile of Red Wash Butte. This map documents a period of stable ranching activity where seasonal waterways like Spence Gulch and Greasewood Gulch shaped the movement of livestock and the placement of boundary lines.