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2023 Map of Fossil South

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Fossil South
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Fossil serves as the focal point of this Wheeler County terrain, where the Wheeler County Courthouse marks the civic center of the community. The town sits at the confluence of several drainages, including Butte Creek and Stone Cabin Creek, providing a stark contrast to the surrounding high country. To the south of the settlement, the Fossil IOOF Cem rests on a hillside, offering a point of interest for genealogists tracing local families.

The landscape is defined by its dramatic relief and named landmarks such as Bald Mtn, Steiwer Peaks, and Prindle Peak. Canyons dissect the region in every direction, from the narrow Schoolhouse Canyon to the broad Grant Meadow. These landforms, along with names like Old Mill Canyon and Sawpit Canyon, suggest a history of early industry and ranching. Further south, unique geological features like Crown Rock and Rancheria Rock stand out against the tributary systems of Cottonwood Creek and Pine Creek.