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2021 Map of McPherson Springs

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

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Mcpherson Springs sits near the heart of this high-desert landscape along the border of Wyoming and Colorado. The terrain is defined by a complex network of ephemeral drainages and water management features such as Clay Flat Reservoir, Anthill Reservoir, and Draw Reservoir, reflecting the critical importance of water for livestock in this arid environment. This reliance is further underscored by the Shell Creek Stock Trl, a historical corridor for moving cattle and sheep across the state line.

Deep draws and basins like Cherokee Basin and Hartt Cabin Draw carve through the topography, leading toward the Little Snake River in the south. Named landmarks such as Lower Soap Holes and Hangout Wash suggest a history of local use by ranchers and travelers. The presence of Poison Buttes Rd and Government Rd indicates the established infrastructure for land management and mineral exploration typical of the Sweetwater and Carbon County regions.