2012 Map of Fontenelle SE

About this map

Whiskey Basin characterizes this high desert expanse of Sweetwater County during the early 21st century. The landscape is defined by a complex network of intermittent watercourses and seasonal drainages, most notably the winding path of S Fork Shute Cr. This 2012 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey illustrates the transition of the modern western landscape, where traditional topographic features are overlaid with a developing grid of roads and vehicle tracks. The data, sourced from the National Hydrography Dataset and National Elevation Dataset, reveals the subtle relief of the basin floor, providing a high-resolution look at the drainage patterns that have shaped this arid environment.