2012 Map of Mud Springs Ranch

About this map

Mud Springs Ranch serves as the central namesake of this high desert landscape in Sweetwater County, where a network of ephemeral drainages and canyons defines the drainage patterns. The primary artery, Salt Wells Cr, receives waters from numerous smaller tributaries including Pretty Water Cr and Joyce Cr as it flows through the region. The map reveals the logistical skeleton of this cattle country, centered on the intersection of S Baxter Rd and Mud Springs Rd, which provide access to topographical landmarks like Erickson Canyon and Big Flat Draw. This 2012 survey illustrates how modern ranching infrastructure remains anchored to natural water sources and traditional canyon routes, such as Dry Canyon, in an arid environment where water management and transport are inextricably linked.