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2015 Map of Firehole Basin

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Firehole Basin
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Firehole Basin dominates this landscape in Sweetwater County, defined by its complex network of seasonal drainages and high-altitude terrain. The area is marked by significant topographical features such as Sheep Mtn and the steep walls of Firehole Canyon in the northern reaches. This 2015 survey reveals how the modern road system, including the prominent Flaming Gorge Rd, navigates the difficult geography of southwestern Wyoming.

Water management and natural drainage are evident through the paths of Sage Cr and Spring Cr, which are fed by numerous named draws including Johnson Draw, Faulkner Draw, and Greasewood Draw. These features highlight the erosional patterns typical of the region's arid climate. The map provides a contemporary record of land use and access via various county routes like Sage Creek Rd, maintaining a connection to the historic ranching and transit corridors of the high desert.