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2017 Map of Carbon

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

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Carbon remains a focal point of this high-plains landscape, situated along the northeastern edge of the quadrangle. The presence of the Carbon Cem nearby speaks to the long-standing human presence in this high-altitude environment. The terrain is defined by a series of prominent elevations, including Hi Allen Ridge, Simpson Ridge, and Halleck Ridge, which dictate the flow of ephemeral and permanent water sources across the region.

Water management is central to the land's utility, evidenced by a network of reservoirs and springs such as Fiddlers Green Reservoir, Sixmile Reservoir, and Big Spring Reservoir. These man-made features alongside natural bodies like Bloody Lake and Soda Lakes suggest a landscape geared toward livestock and resource management. The intricate drainage patterns of Percy Cr and First Sand Cr carve through the geological formations, including the Sand Hills and the deep cut of Jackson Draw.