2012 Map of The Palisades

About this map

Fontenelle Cr defines the northern hydrology of this Lincoln County landscape, winding eastward through a territory shaped by high-desert drainage patterns. The map detail reflects a sparsely settled ranching or resource area in the early 21st century, where human infrastructure is limited to essential connectors like Fontenelle Creek Rd and Diamond D Rd. South of the main creek, a series of parallel watercourses including Willow Cr, Sheep Cr, and Jackson Cr flow toward the east, illustrating the consistent topographic grain of the region. This 2012 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey utilizes high-resolution imagery and hydrographic data to document the remote character of the Wyoming interior, providing a clear record of land use and water management in a high-elevation basin.