2017 Map of Pinto Creek

About this map

Pinto Cr and its many tributaries, including Little Pinto Cr and S Fork Pinto Cr, define the drainage patterns of this high-elevation landscape in Albany County. The region is characterized by a sophisticated system of water management, evidenced by several catchments such as Pinto Reservoir, Twentymile Reservoir, and Sturgeon Reservoir Number 3. These features, along with named water sources like Three Tree Spring and Solomon Springs, highlight the critical importance of water rights and storage in the arid Wyoming range. The northern portion of the map is intersected by the N Laramie River, which flows through a series of named draws like Twentytwo Mile Draw and Twentymile Draw. While roads like Co RD 74 and Bear Creek Rd provide access, the terrain remains dominated by the natural features of the Laramie Mountains foothills, where landmarks like Elk Horn Draw provide orientation for local ranchers and hunters.