2021 Map of Cooper Lake South

About this map

Cooper Lake dominates the northern reaches of this Albany County landscape, its expansive waters and surrounding wetlands defining a high-plains drainage system in the Laramie Plains region. The map captures an intricate network of water management features, including the Homer Ditch and the James Lake Canal, which reflect the region's enduring reliance on irrigation for ranching and agriculture. The winding course of Cooper Cr cuts through the township grids, illustrating the natural hydrology of the basin alongside these man-made improvements. Located along the path of U.S. Route 30 287, which clips the far northeastern corner, the area is characterized by vast open spaces and subtle topographic shifts, typical of the high-elevation Wyoming prairie where water remains the most significant driver of land use and settlement patterns.