1980s Maps of Hot Springs County, Wyoming

1. 1981 Map of Thermopolis, 1982 Print

   

   1981 Thermopolis

   1982 Print · USGS

   Central Wyoming in the early eighties shows a landscape of geothermal wonders and energy extraction. Trace the legacy of early settlements and industry near Hot Springs State Park, the rail lines of the Burlington Northern, and outposts like Gebo and Hamilton Dome.

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4. 1982 Map of Lysite

   

   1982 Lysite

   1982 Print · USGS

   Central Wyoming's high plains and mountain foothills are captured here in the early 1980s, centered on the ranching and rail outposts of Natrona and Fremont Counties. Genealogists and historians can trace the paths of the Burlington Northern and the Old Railroad Grade through Lysite, Lost Cabin, and Arminto.

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7. 1982 Map of Basin, 1983 Print

   

   1982 Basin

   1983 Print · USGS

   Big Horn and Park counties in the early eighties were defined by the high-desert benches and the vital waters of the Bighorn River. Researchers can trace the rail-and-river economy through the Burlington Northern line and locate local landmarks like the Eagle Mine or the Bird Reservation at Loch-Katrine.

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10. 1985 Map of Hamilton Dome

    

    1985 Hamilton Dome

    1985 Print · USGS

    The energy frontier of central Wyoming comes into focus in the mid-1980s, centered on the Hamilton Dome oil operations. Researchers can trace extraction infrastructure across the Wind River Indian Reservation and locate local landmarks like Lake Charlie.

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13. 1985 Map of Cedar Mountain

    

    1985 Cedar Mountain

    1985 Print · USGS

    Hot Springs and Washakie counties meet in this mid-1980s landscape defined by the high prominence of Cedar Mountain. Researchers can trace the network of ephemeral watercourses and early water management features like Mc Cee Reservoir and Sand Draw.

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16. 1985 Map of Little Buffalo Basin

    

    1985 Little Buffalo Basin

    1985 Print · USGS

    The Little Buffalo Basin and the Park-Hot Springs county line are shown in the mid-1980s as the regional energy industry flourished. Local researchers can locate the Little Buffalo Basin Camp, an Oil Field, and a remote Landing Strip.

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19. 1985 Map of Grass Creek

    

    1985 Grass Creek

    1985 Print · USGS

    In the mid-1980s, this pocket of Hot Springs County was a hub of energy production centered on the Grass Creek settlement. Researchers can trace the extensive footprint of the Grass Creek Oil Field and Grass Creek Gas Field amidst landmarks like Enos and Sand Draw.

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22. 1985 Map of Crater Sink

    

    1985 Crater Sink

    1985 Print · USGS

    Hot Springs, Wyoming, is captured here in the mid-1980s, revealing a landscape of high benches and crucial water sources. Researchers can trace the drainages of Wagonhound Creek and Cottonwood Creek, or locate landmarks like Crater Sink and Wagonhound Spring.

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25. 1985 Map of Blue Mesa West

    

    1985 Blue Mesa West

    1985 Print · USGS

    The high plains of Wyoming are captured in the mid-1980s as they span the Hot Springs and Washakie county lines. Researchers can trace the rugged drainage patterns of Gooseberry Creek, find the landmark of Rankin, and follow the long spine of Blue Mesa Ridge.

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28. 1985 Map of Little Sand Draw

    

    1985 Little Sand Draw

    1985 Print · USGS

    The high plains of the Bighorn Basin are captured here in the mid-1980s, revealing the complex drainage systems of Hot Springs and Washakie counties. Researchers can trace the winding paths of Little Sand Draw, locate Harris Spring, and follow the historic Lower Wagon Gulch.

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31. 1985 Map of Gloin Reservoir

    

    1985 Gloin Reservoir

    1985 Print · USGS

    Hot Springs County in the late seventies and early eighties is defined by its drainage basins and energy potential. Researchers can trace the layout of Gloin Reservoir, locate mining Prospects, and follow the winding path of Wagon Gulch.

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34. 1985 Map of Kirby

    

    1985 Kirby

    1985 Print · USGS

    The Bighorn River valley in the mid-1980s reveals a landscape shaped by irrigation and early industry. Trace the reach of the Hanover Canal and explore the historic settlements of Gebo and Kirby as they appeared forty years ago.

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37. 1985 Map of Red Ridge

    

    1985 Red Ridge

    1985 Print · USGS

    The high basins and ridges of Hot Springs County are captured here in the mid-1980s, during a period of steady natural resource exploration. Geologists and local historians can trace the paths of Coalmine Gulch and Kester Coulee through the complex elevations of Red Ridge.

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40. 1985 Map of Blue Mesa East

    

    1985 Blue Mesa East

    1985 Print · USGS

    Washakie and Hot Springs counties are captured in the mid-eighties as a high-altitude landscape defined by ridges and deep gulches. Researchers can trace the rugged topography of Boulder Ridge and identify vital water sources like Keg Spring and Gooseberry Creek.

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