1956 Map of Twentyone Creek

About this map

Dickie Ranch and Rhodes Ranch anchor this mid-century look at the ranching landscape of Hot Springs County. The drainage network of Twentyone Creek, including its West Fork and East Fork, carves through the terrain alongside Little Grass Creek and Wagonhound Creek. The map documents the vital infrastructure of the high plains, showing a web of Jeep Trails connecting remote outposts such as Cow Camp and Rankin Cow Camp. To the south, Cottonwood Creek flows past Putney Flat, while several Gas Wells indicate the early industrial activity in the region. This survey, part of the Missouri River Basin development program, provides a detailed record of water sources including various unnamed Springs and a small Lake essential for livestock in this semi-arid environment.