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2012 Map of Austin Ranch

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Austin Ranch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Austin Ranch occupies a prominent position in this high-desert landscape of southwestern Wyoming, situated just north of a sharp bend in the Green River. The terrain is defined by a network of seasonal drainages and deeply incised landforms, including the winding Alkali Cr and the prominent Skunk Canyon. These natural corridors have historically dictated the movement of livestock and travelers through this arid region.

Remote transportation routes like Blue Rim Rd and Old Stauffer Rd trace the edges of the plateaus and canyon floors, connecting isolated ranching operations to the wider county. The presence of Chris Wash and Fill Wash highlights the ephemeral nature of the water system, where dry beds only flow during rare precipitation events. This survey captures a moment in the modern ranching era when traditional land use patterns remained largely intact despite the encroaching infrastructure of the 21st century.