2015 Map of Beaver Creek

About this map

The Shirley Mountains anchor this high-elevation landscape in Carbon County, where a complex network of canyons and draws defines the terrain. The presence of Schoolhouse Canyon and Norbacher Canyon suggests historical land use tied to early ranching or settlement patterns in this part of Wyoming. In the southeastern reaches, the map details the open expanses of Johnson Meadows and Button Meadows, which are fed by the waters of Saylor Cr and Beaver Cr. Transport through this cattle-country terrain is facilitated by Shirley Basin Rd and Hanna Leo Rd. Numerous springs and draws, including Sullivan Spring, Balsam Draw, and Tin Can Draw, dot the topography, indicating the vital water sources required for survival and industry in this arid mountain environment.