2017 Map of Como West

About this map

Hi Allen Ridge and the surrounding drainage network of the Laramie Plains define this high-desert landscape in Carbon County. The terrain is deeply incised by seasonal watercourses and topographic lows, including Dixie Draw, Missouri John Draw, and Barrel Springs Draw. Human interaction with this arid environment is most evident in the complex system of water management features, ranging from the Big Ditch to several named catchments such as Rosebud Reservoir, Big Rock Reservoir, and Number 5 Reservoir. These reservoirs and springs, including Missouri John Spring and Hi Allen Spring, represent critical infrastructure for ranching and resource management in a region where water sources dictate movement and settlement patterns. Landmarks like Wildcat Top and Sevenmile Hill serve as significant navigational anchors across the open expanse.