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2017 Map of Riverton West

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Riverton West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Riverton stands as the primary hub of this high plains landscape, situated near the confluence of the Wind River and a complex network of man-made waterways. The city's 2017 layout shows a clear evolution from its core to the suburban developments of Riverton Valley and Riverview Valley. Essential community infrastructure is evident at the Central Wyoming College campus and the Riverton Regional Airport, while the local history of the town's residents is preserved at Mountain View Cem and Odd Fellows Cem.

The terrain is defined by a series of prominent drainage features such as Madden Draw, Shriner Draw, and Berlin Draw, which underscore the arid geography. This dry environment is countered by a massive irrigation system, including the Wyoming Central Canal, Leclair Canal, and Riverton Number 2 Canal. These channels, alongside the Lefthand Ditch and Pilot Canal, illustrate the intensive water management required for the region's agricultural and municipal survival.