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2015 Map of Buffalo Hump Basin

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Buffalo Hump Basin
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Buffalo Hump Basin and Alkali Basin define this corner of Sweetwater County, characterized by a series of high-desert depressions and ephemeral water features. This landscape is marked by the presence of Buffalo Hump Lake and the Rumbaud Number 2 Reservoir, which provide crucial water points in an otherwise arid region. The drainage of Bush Cr cuts through the northern sections, illustrating the natural water flow patterns across the undulating terrain.

Transportation across this part of the Wyoming desert is facilitated by a few key routes, most notably the Bar X Rd and Cr-15. These roads suggest the continued importance of land access for ranching and resource management within the township and range system, which is clearly delineated across the quadrangle from T23N to T25N. The spatial arrangement of these water sources and trails indicates a landscape shaped by the practical needs of those navigating the open range.