2012 Map of Richards Gap

About this map

Greenhough Place sits at the heart of this high-altitude landscape, where the terrain transitions from the Greenhough Flats into a complex network of seasonal drainages and springs. The map documents a rugged corner of Sweetwater County defined by the Tepee Mountains to the south and the dramatic Red Creek Badlands to the northeast. Water management and resource extraction are central themes of the area, evidenced by the Clay Basin Pipeline Rd and labels like Coal Mine Draw and Trough Draw. Named water sources such as Beef Steer Spring, Jones Springs, and Brown Spring highlight the historical importance of reliable water for livestock in this arid environment. The prominent pass at Richards Gap provides a natural corridor through the hills, while the Red Creek Basin serves as a major catchment for the area’s many creeks.