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2015 Map of Pass Creek

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Pass Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Pass Creek and its many seasonal tributaries dominate this high-altitude landscape of Albany County, where a complex network of drainage draws and ridges define the terrain. The presence of named water sources like Dead Horse Spring and Bellmore Spring indicates the vital importance of reliable water in this semi-arid rangeland, likely serving as focal points for local ranching operations.

Remote transit through the area is facilitated by Holiday Rd and Marshall Rd, which navigate the contours of the high plains. The map reveals a nomenclature rooted in the practicalities of the frontier, seen in features like Two Cabin Creek and One Cabin Creek, as well as the starkly named Carcass Ridge to the south. These labels suggest a history of early settlement and livestock management where landmarks were often named for specific structures or natural events.