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2017 Map of The Nose West

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of The Nose West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Thunder Basin National Grassland dominates this portion of the Wyoming high plains, where the Cheyenne River winds through a landscape defined by dramatic drainage systems. The map captures the intersection of Weston and Niobrara counties, highlighting the remote ranching and grazing corridors of the western Powder River Basin. The topography is marked by significant natural landmarks such as The Nose and deep incisions from seasonal watercourses like Black Thunder Cr and Wildcat Cr.

Infrastructure is sparse, centered primarily on primitive travel routes like Bruce Rd and Cheyenne River Rd which follow the natural contours of the land. These roads connect various land sections used for livestock and energy development, passing through topographical features such as Graham Draw and Barrel Draw. This 2017 survey provides a clear view of the modern public land boundaries and the enduring hydrology that has shaped the region's agricultural history.