2021 Map of Cornell Gulch

About this map

The Nowood River meanders through this high-country landscape on the border of Washakie and Natrona counties. The terrain is defined by a dense network of drainages and seasonal watercourses, including Cornell Gulch, Split Rock Cr, and Bear Cr. Human presence is marked by water management and ranching infrastructure, most notably the dual basins of Orchard Reservoir and the designated Cherry Creek Stock Dr. These features suggest a landscape optimized for livestock movement and water storage in an arid environment. Transportation is limited to a few arterial routes like Blue Bank Rd and Co Rd 82, which traverse the high ridges and valley floors. Small water sources like Berger Spring serve as vital landmarks in this complex topography of intersecting creeks and draws.