2012 Map of Tin Can Lake

About this map

The Dry Fork Cheyenne River winds across this high plains landscape of Converse County, where the topography is defined by a dense network of seasonal drainages. Established homesteads such as Sunshine Valley Ranch, Pellatz Ranch, and Reed Ranch are connected by a grid of rural routes including Woody Creek Rd and Dull Center Rd. The area's water management is evident in features like Reed Reservoir and the named Tin Can Lake near the eastern boundary. These small bodies of water and the numerous named draws, such as Barker Draw and Jewel Draw, provide a detailed look at the drainage patterns and land use in this ranching country. Local researchers can trace the spatial relationship between these family-held properties and the surrounding terrain, which remains largely shaped by the natural flow of the Lake Cr and its tributaries.