2012 Map of Notches Dome

About this map

Notches Dome rises as the central landmark in this high-plains landscape of central Wyoming. The 2012 survey illustrates a terrain defined by subtle drainages and specialized transport routes, most notably the Cottonwood Stock Trl, which suggests the enduring importance of livestock movement through Natrona County. Water is a scarce and vital resource here, marked by the presence of Lester Lake in the northern reaches and the winding path of the South Branch Cave Gulch to the southwest. The infrastructure is minimal, consisting of rural corridors like Baker Cabin Rd and Notches Rd, reflecting a region dedicated to ranching and open-range utility in the early twenty-first century.