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2021 Map of Baldy Mountain

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

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

The high ranchlands and drainage basins of the Laramie Mountains define this section of Albany County. This landscape is characterized by a sophisticated network of early 21st-century water management, featuring several named catchments such as Strong Number 1 Reservoir, Strong Number 4 Reservoir, and Bliss Number 1 Reservoir. These reservoirs are fed by a complex system of seasonal and perennial streams, including the upper reaches of Middle Chugwater Cr and Shanton Cr.

Prominent geographical markers include the namesake Baldy Mtn and the distinct formation known as The Buttes. Human infrastructure is sparse, concentrated primarily along Wayside Rd, reflecting the remote, pastoral character of the region. The map provides a detailed view of the Township and Range system across the high plains, showing how land was partitioned in areas where water sources like Strong Cr and Middle Sybille Cr were vital for local ranching operations.