1982 Map of The Nose West

About this map

The Hampshire (Site) occupies a central position in this high-plains landscape, where the confluence of several vital watercourses dictated the early movement of people and industry. During the early 1980s, the terrain was characterized by a network of drainage systems including Thunder Creek, Wildcat Creek, and the meandering Cheyenne River. The map reveals an active energy landscape, with numerous Oil Wells and Drill Holes scattered across the northern sections and concentrated within Black Field. This extraction activity is supported by a rugged transit network of named arteries like Dull Center Road, Grieves Road, and Clareton Road, which connect isolated sites across the Weston and Niobrara county line. Distinctive landforms such as The Nose and deep incisions like Graham Draw provide a clear topographic picture of this Wyoming energy frontier.