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2023 Map of Parting of the Ways

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Parting of the Ways
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Historical migration paths define this high-altitude landscape along the border of Sublette and Sweetwater counties. The Sublette Cutoff and the California - Mormon Rd traverse the southern portion of the map, marking significant corridors of western expansion that followed the natural drainage of Dry Sandy Creek. This area serves as a critical junction where various pioneer trails diverged, a fact reflected in the quadrangle's name.

Water management in this arid terrain is evidenced by Williams Reservoir Number 2, which captures flow from Juel Creek. To the north, the elevation rises toward Little Sandy Peak and the drainage of Little Sandy Creek. Local ranching infrastructure is represented by the established Mccann Ranch Rd, while North Pacific Creek flows through the southeastern corner, illustrating the complex hydrology of this high-plains environment.