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2015 Map of Jewel Springs

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

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Glendo Reservoir dominates the western landscape of this Wyoming quadrangle, where the water's reach meets the complex terrain of the High Plains. This 2015 survey reveals a rugged geography defined by sharp transitions, from the depths of Morris Canyon to the heights of Rattlesnake Ridge. The map identifies strategic geological landmarks like Sentinal Rock and Sentinel Rock, which likely served as navigational aids for early travelers through Muddy Gap.

Water management is central to the area's development, evidenced by the presence of Muddy Reservoir Number 1 and the eponymous Jewel Springs. Smaller watercourses like Cottonwood Cr and Willow Cr weave through the sections, highlighting the intermittent nature of drainage in this arid environment. Rural infrastructure is documented through local routes such as Meadowdale Rd and Patten Creek Rd, providing a clear view of how transportation lines adapted to the natural contours of the Converse and Platte County border.