2012 Map of Creston Junction

About this map

Creston Junction marks a significant high-desert crossing in Sweetwater County, where the north-south path of Route 789 meets the east-west corridor of Interstate 80 and US Route 30. This 2012 survey illustrates the logistical character of the Great Divide Basin, a region defined by its wide-open drainage patterns and isolated landmarks. The intermittent waters of Fillmore Cr wander through the center of the quadrangle, passing near the 44 Ranch before reaching the southern reaches of the map. To the east, the terrain is punctuated by Cherokee Hill and the small settlement of Cherokee, while the southern landscape is anchored by the distinct formations of Cow Butte and Horse Butte. The layout of Creston Rd and the primary highways reflects the enduring importance of this junction for interstate travel and regional ranching operations in the early 21st century.