2017 Map of Lightning Ridge

About this map

Lighting Ridge stands as a central topographic prominence in this high-plains landscape of Washakie County. The map details a sophisticated water management network essential for ranching and agriculture, including the Two Tree Reservoir, C C Reservoir, and Yellow Flats Reservoir. These features, along with several smaller catchments like Round Corral Reservoir, highlight the critical role of moisture retention in this arid environment. The Nowood River cuts through the southeastern corner, while the land is further etched by numerous drainages such as Werland Draw and Homestead Gulch. Human presence is marked by the Orchard Ranch Airport and a series of rural routes including Big Trails Rd and Telephone Homestead Rd, which connect the disparate ranching operations and water sources across the Yellow Flats.