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2020 Map of Bluewater

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Bluewater
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Bluewater Cr flows through this corner of Carbon County, where a complex network of agricultural irrigation and natural springs defines the high plains landscape. The importance of water management in this arid region is evident through the presence of the O'Connor Ditch and Orchard Ditch, which divert vital resources alongside natural drainages like Skunk Cr and the N Fork Bluewater Cr. The terrain is marked by significant landforms such as Two Bear Ridge and Bachelder Canyon, indicating a geography carved by seasonal flow and geological time.

Local history and family legacy are anchored at the Teeples Ranch Cem, located near a cluster of named springs including Big Bluewater Spring and Prewett Spring. These water sources, many designated with specific cadastral identifiers like 06S24E09AA_02 Spring, suggest a landscape where every reliable trickle was crucial for ranching and homesteading operations. The map also traces established routes such as Bluewater Rd and Musegades Rd, which connect the scattered water sources and topographical landmarks.