2011 Map of Whiskey Coulee

About this map

Whiskey Coulee and its neighboring drainages define this portion of Valley County, where the landscape is marked by unique geologic formations and scattered pastoral outposts. In the northern reaches, The Chimneys and Castle Rocks rise above the surrounding terrain, while Castle Butte stands as a prominent landmark to the east. These features, along with the numerous springs such as School Section Spring, Franks Spring, and Chandler Spring, suggest a reliance on these critical water sources in an otherwise arid environment. The road network is sparse, with Etchart Hay Rd providing a primary route through the area. Human presence is anchored at the Anderson Ranch in the northeast and the Smith Ranch further south, illustrating the enduring cattle-ranching culture of the region during this 2011 survey. This map captures the intersection of natural topography, including North Shotgun Coulee and South Shotgun Coulee, and the localized road systems that serve these remote ranching operations.