2021 Map of Bristol Ridge NE

About this map

Chugwater sits at the northern edge of this high plains landscape, where the seasonal waters of Chugwater Cr and Dry Cr carve subtle drainage patterns through the expansive Chugwater Flats. The map reveals a transition between the northern reaches of the Laramie Range foothills and the open plateau, defined by a grid of rural ranch roads and the dominant corridor of S Chugwater Hwy. In the southern portion of the quadrangle, the terrain becomes more varied as it approaches the drainage of Bear Cr and N Bear Cr. Local landmarks such as Mud Spring point to the critical role of water sources in this arid environment. The map also documents the administrative boundary between Platte and Laramie Counties, providing a clear look at how property and political lines intersect with the natural topography of southeastern Wyoming.