2012 Map of Fossil

About this map

Fossil serves as the central point of this high-plains landscape, where the geography is defined by the complex drainage of Twin Cr and its various branches. To the north, the prominent landmark Fossil Butte and the extensive Fossil Butte National Monument dominate the terrain, protected for their significant paleontological value. The map illustrates a watershed divided by the Colorado River Divide Great Basin, a continental feature that dictates the flow of water across the region. Local infrastructure is represented by a network of county roads like Cnty 300 Rd and Co Rd-331, which connect the scattered points of interest including Hay Hollow and the C H Smith Reservoir. This area reflects a quiet corner of Wyoming where the legacy of the land's ancient past is preserved alongside contemporary ranching and transportation routes.