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2021 Map of Coal Bank Basin

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Coal Bank Basin
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Coal Bank Basin and the adjacent Coal Bank Draw define this high-altitude landscape in Carbon County, Wyoming. The terrain is characterized by a complex network of man-made irrigation infrastructure, including the Smiley Ditch Number 3, Dickerson Ditch, and Coyote Ditch, which redirect water across Overland Flats. These features, alongside named water bodies like Welton Lake and Welton Fish Pond, indicate a landscape heavily managed for ranching and livestock.

Evidence of the area's history as a transit corridor is visible in the Stock Drive Way and the path of Rattlesnake Pass Rd. Prominent landmarks such as Dana Ridge and Sheephead Mtn provide significant relief against the basin floor. The map also meticulously labels distinct natural water sources like Jackson Springs Number 1 and 2, which have historically been critical for survival and agricultural operations in this arid environment.