2012 Map of Boot Heel SE

About this map

Twentytwo Mile Reservoir and Twentymile Reservoir anchor the northeastern drainage of this high-plains landscape in Albany County. The map details a sophisticated network of ephemeral watercourses and livestock water management infrastructure essential to the region's ranching economy. Significant drainages such as Bone Cr in the northwest and Greasewood Cr in the south define the topographical flow of the territory. The sparse settlement pattern is reflected in the long stretches of unimproved roads and four-wheel-drive trails that connect remote sections of the county, providing a clear record of land use and accessibility in the early 21st century. This survey documents the subtle hydrologic features of the Wyoming steppe before modern shifts in water management or climate could alter the footprint of these essential reservoirs.