Wild Horse stands as a primary landmark in this high plains region of Cheyenne County, situated along a network of vital rural transport corridors. The landscape is defined by the ephemeral path of Big Sandy Creek, which meanders through the central and western portions of the quadrangle, joined by the northern drainage of Adobe Gulch. This 2010 survey illustrates a characteristic Western grid system of maintained gravel routes, including County Road R and County Rd 8, which provide access to remote agricultural parcels and historical sites. For those researching local roots, the Wild Horse Cemetery remains a significant focal point for genealogical study, located just north of the town site. The map reflects the enduring, sparse settlement patterns of the Colorado plains, where watercourses and section roads dictate the movement and development of the community.
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1891 · Arroyo
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1891 · Kit Carson
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1893 · Arroyo
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1893 · Kit Carson
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1954 · Lamar
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1958 · Lamar
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1978 · Galatea NE
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1978 · Aroya
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1978 · Sanders Ranch
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1978 · Stacy Lakes Draw
USGS Topo · 1:24,000