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2021 Map of Cow Creek

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

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

The North Platte River winds through this section of Carbon County, anchoring a landscape defined by ranching access and complex water management. The historical footprint of the area is evident at Cow Creek Station, while the intricate network of irrigation channels like the Encampment Platte Valley Ditch, Wiant Ditch, and the Donzelman and Tilton Ditch illustrates the long-standing effort to direct water across the high plains.

Elevation changes are marked by prominent geological features such as Baggot Rocks, Needle Peak, and Cedar Ridge. These landmarks, along with named draws like Pearce Draw and McCold Draw, provide essential orientation for researchers tracing land use in this part of Wyoming. Local access is maintained through a web of rural routes including Ken Day Ranch Rd and Rainbow Canyon Rd, reflecting a terrain where movement follows the natural contours of canyons and gulches.