2012 Map of Tonopah Ridge

About this map

The Pitchfork Oil Field and Spring Creek Oil Field anchor the southern and northern sectors of this Wyoming landscape, illustrating the critical role of energy extraction in Park County. The terrain is defined by the prominent Tonopah Ridge and the Meeteetse Rim, which overlook a complex network of waterways and irrigation infrastructure. Engineered water management is evident through the Joe Moss Ditch and Long Hollow Ditch, which divert water from Meeteetse Cr and Horse Cr to support the arid environment. Several reservoirs, including Horse Creek Number 1 Reservoir and Rush Creek Reservoir, provide essential water storage in a region dominated by seasonal creek beds like Rawhide Cr and Rush Cr. The map's detail provides a clear view of the industrial and topographical layout of this sparsely populated ranching and oil-producing corridor.