2011 Map of Thompson Creek NW

About this map

Reno Creek Rd serves as the primary artery through this drainage-dominated landscape of Big Horn County, following the natural contours formed by centuries of seasonal water flow. The area is defined by an intricate network of waterways, where Reno Creek and its many branches, such as South Fork Reno Creek and North Fork Reno Creek, carve through the terrain. The hydrology of the region suggests a history tied to ranching and livestock management, evidenced by features like Dipping Vat Creek. In the eastern portion of the quadrangle, the land shifts toward the Thompson Creek and Little Thompson Creek basins, while Davis Creek marks the northeastern reaches. This 2011 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey captures a sparsely settled landscape where the road network remains closely tethered to the creek valleys.