2015 Map of Lewis Flat

About this map

Lewis Flat and the surrounding Platte County landscape are defined by a complex irrigation network developed to support high-plains agriculture. The N Laramie River winds through the southern portion of the quadrangle, serving as the primary water source for an intricate system of man-made waterways, including the N Laramie Canal, Lowica Ditch Number 2, and Mitchell Ditch Number 1. These engineering features reflect the historical necessity of water management in eastern Wyoming, where the natural flow of streams like Fish Cr and Mud Springs Br was augmented to sustain the local economy. In addition to these flowing waters, the map documents several storage sites such as the Loren Ramsey Fish Reservoir, Reservoir Number 1, and Reservoir Number 2. Together with landmarks like Big Draw and Mud Springs, these features illustrate how the terrain has been modified to harness the region's limited water resources.