2015 Map of Cornell Gulch

About this map

The Nowood River meanders through this portion of the Bighorn Basin, carving a distinct corridor through the arid drainage systems of Washakie Co and Natrona Co. The landscape is defined by its seasonal watercourses, including Split Rock Cr, Bear Cr, and Trout Cr, which converge toward the main river valley. This 2015 survey illustrates the infrastructure of high-desert ranching, centered around the Orchard Ranch Airport and several instances of Orchard Reservoir used for local water management. The topography rises toward the namesake Cornell Gulch and the southern county line, where the terrain is accessed by a sparse network of routes like Nowater Rd and Cr-R82. Smaller landmarks such as Berger Spring and the winding course of Lone Tree Cr provide specific points of reference for those studying the hydrological and land-use patterns of this rural Wyoming interior.