2017 Map of Fort La Clede

About this map

Fort La Clede sits near the eastern edge of this Sweetwater County landscape, a name recalling the region's early frontier history and overland passage. The terrain is defined by complex drainage systems and significant landforms, including the prominent Delaney Rim and the Red Wash to the north. Seasonal watercourses like Bitter Cr and Antelope Cr have carved distinct features into the earth, such as Hungry Hollow and Long Draw. The network of Bureau of Land Management routes, including BLM RD 4409 and BLM RD 4410, follows the natural contours of the draws, providing access to this high-desert environment. This survey captures the intersection of historical cattle country and modern land management, where family-named or descriptive landmarks like Eagle Nest Draw and Iron Pipe Draw remain essential points of reference.