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2017 Map of Bridger Peak

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Bridger Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Bridger Peak stands as a prominent point within the high-elevation landscape of the Sierra Madre range in Carbon County. This portion of the Medicine Bow National Forest is defined by its drainage systems and significant geological markers. The Continental Divide winds through the northwestern corner of the map, followed closely by the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail.

Water is a dominant feature of this terrain, with high-mountain lakes such as Battle Lake and North Spring Creek Lake providing essential landmarks for navigation. Numerous creeks, including Haggarty Cr and Jack Cr, originate in these heights, feeding into larger basins. The presence of the Belvidere Ditch suggests early efforts to manage water resources across this complex topography. These features collectively illustrate a landscape where natural boundaries and water management intersect in a primary wilderness area of southern Wyoming.