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2021 Map of Alcova

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Alcova
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Alcova and its surrounding high-desert landscape are defined by the engineering of the North Platte River, where the Alcova Reservoir dominates the terrain south of the town center. This 2021 survey shows a community deeply tied to both water management and recreation, featuring the Alcova PO and the transition from river to reservoir. The importance of local history is visible in the presence of both the Old Alcova Cem and Alcova Cem, providing clear points of interest for genealogists tracing early residents of Natrona County.

Water distribution infrastructure is prominent throughout the quadrangle, including the Casper Canal and Tunnel Number 2, which facilitate irrigation in this arid environment. Recreational landmarks like Sandy Beach, Rocky Shore, and The Redds Interpretive Trl indicate the area's modern role as a destination. Unusual natural features like Alcova Hot Springs and geologic formations such as Hogback Draw and Mowry Draw further characterize this distinctive Wyoming topography.