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2021 Map of Root Creek

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Root Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Grant Cem sits on the western edge of this Converse County landscape, a small but vital marker for genealogists tracing early families in the region. The terrain is defined by a dense network of drainages and prominent rises like Lacy Mtn and Howard Hill, creating a topographical record of the high plains before modernization. The map documents the intricate paths of Box Elder Cr and its many tributaries as they carve through Box Elder Canyon and Brighton Canyon.

Historically, the presence of Grant Springs and numerous named watercourses such as Lindgren Spring Cr and Root Cr suggests a landscape oriented around ranching and water access. The connectivity of the area is represented by rural routes like Windy Ridge Rd and several county roads, which follow the natural contours of Windy Ridge. This survey provides a contemporary perspective on the traditional land divisions and landmarks that have defined this part of Wyoming for generations.