2015 Map of Monument Lake

About this map

Monument Lake and the surrounding high desert plains of Sweetwater County define this portion of the Great Divide Basin. The landscape is characterized by intermittent water features and early irrigation infrastructure, such as Fivemile Ditch and Hadsell Reservoir in the southern sections. This area sits along the spine of the continent, marked by the presence of the Continental Divide Rd winding through the eastern hills. The map highlights the intersection of Township 21 and 22 North, illustrating the vast, open range typical of the Wyoming interior. Smaller water bodies like Hanson Lk provide critical points of reference in a terrain dominated by shifting elevations and subtle drainage patterns that flow toward the internal basins rather than the oceans.