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1967 Map of Turk Springs

Name: 1967 Topographic Map of Turk Springs
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

The high-elevation grazing lands and drainage basins of the South Fork Red River dominate this mid-century topographic survey along the Washakie and Johnson county line. The landscape is defined by a series of prominent ridges, including the curiously named Poison Weed Ridge and Telephone Ridge, which separate the various forks of Beaver Creek and Blue Creek. These waterways and their associated meadows, such as Bachaus Pasture in the southeast, reflect the area's history as open range for livestock.

Evidence of early infrastructure is visible via the Barnum Road, which traverses the southern portion of the quadrangle below the massive flank of Barnum Mountain. Numerous water sources, including Carr Spring and Rowan Spring, are meticulously plotted, highlighting their critical importance for both cattle and travelers in this arid environment. The map also records localized landmarks like Oddrock and the descent of Devoe Canyon, providing a precise record of the regional geography before modern developments changed the character of the high plains.