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2021 Map of Joe Hay Rim

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Joe Hay Rim
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Oregon Buttes dominate the northern landscape of this Sweetwater County survey, marking a significant high point along the Continental Divide. This area is characterized by dramatic topographic shifts and dry drainage basins, where water features are defined by seasonal draws and creeks. The namesake Joe Hay Rim stretches across the southwestern quadrant, providing a distinct geological boundary that overlooks lower terrain to the south.

Modern infrastructure remains minimal in this high-desert environment, with travel limited to routes like Co RD 74 and Bar X RD. The map documents a complex network of ephemeral waterways including Rock Cabin Cr, Mowing Machine Draw, and Jack Bartlett Cr, which are essential for understanding the historical movement of livestock and water management in this part of Wyoming. The survey provides precise township and range data, such as t26n r101w, which is vital for researchers tracing early land claims and grazing allotments.