Old Maps of Chugwater, Wyoming for Metal Detecting

Plan your next treasure hunt with 14 historic maps of Chugwater. Find old homesites, ghost towns, trails, and gathering spots that may be lost to time — perfect for identifying promising metal detecting locations.

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Chugwater, WY maps

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  1. 1953 Map of Chugwater, 1954 Print
    1953 Map of Chugwater, 1954 Print
    1953 Chugwater
    1954 Print · USGS
    The Chugwater valley in the early fifties was a hub of rail activity and high-plains ranching as part of the Missouri River Basin development. Researchers can locate the Grain Elevators in Chugwater, the route of the Colorado and Southern railroad, and landmarks like Chimney Rock.
    2 unique versions available

  2. 1954 Map of Cheyenne, 1963 Print
    1954 Map of Cheyenne, 1963 Print
    1954 Cheyenne
    1963 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Wyoming's high plains and the capital city's mid-century expansion are documented here during the early Cold War. Genealogists and historians can trace rail-aligned settlements like Pine Bluffs and Hillsdale, or explore landmarks like the Ames Monument and Francis E. Warren Air Force Base.
    3 unique versions available

  3. 1958 Map of Cheyenne
    1958 Map of Cheyenne
    1958 Cheyenne
    1958 Print · USGS
    Southeast Wyoming and the Nebraska border appear in the late 1950s as a hub of military defense and rail commerce. Genealogists can trace the Union Pacific through Cheyenne or locate the Horse Creek Oil Field and the State Capitol.
    2 unique versions available

  4. 1962 Map of Bristol Ridge NE, 1965 Print
    1962 Map of Bristol Ridge NE, 1965 Print
    1962 Bristol Ridge NE
    1965 Print · USGS
    The high plains of Wyoming are captured here in the early sixties, illustrating the critical transportation corridor between Platte and Laramie counties. Researchers can trace the Colorado and Southern railroad, find family landmarks near Bristol Ridge, and locate natural features like Mud Spring.
    2 unique versions available

  5. 1990 Map of Chugwater, 1995 Print
    1990 Map of Chugwater, 1995 Print
    1990 Chugwater
    1995 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Wyoming's high plains landscape comes into focus here during the late twentieth century. Researchers can trace the agricultural heart of Chugwater through its Grain Elevators or locate old settlements like Slater and Lathrum.

  6. 1990 Map of Bristol Ridge NE, 1995 Print
    1990 Map of Bristol Ridge NE, 1995 Print
    1990 Bristol Ridge NE
    1995 Print · USGS
    The high plains of Platte and Laramie counties are captured here in the early nineties, showcasing the intersection of ranching land and industrial infrastructure. Researchers can trace the rugged topography from Bristol Ridge down to Chugwater Creek and locate several Oil Well sites.

  7. 2012 Map of Bristol Ridge NE, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Bristol Ridge NE, 2012 Print
    2012 Bristol Ridge NE
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Chugwater, including Laramie County, Platte County, and other nearby areas

  8. 2012 Map of Chugwater, 2012 Print
    2012 Map of Chugwater, 2012 Print
    2012 Chugwater
    2012 Print · USGS
    Covers Chugwater, including Slater, Platte County, and other nearby areas

  9. 2015 Map of Chugwater, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Chugwater, 2015 Print
    2015 Chugwater
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Chugwater, including Slater, Platte County, and other nearby areas

  10. 2015 Map of Bristol Ridge NE, 2015 Print
    2015 Map of Bristol Ridge NE, 2015 Print
    2015 Bristol Ridge NE
    2015 Print · USGS
    Covers Chugwater, including Laramie County, Platte County, and other nearby areas

  11. 2017 Map of Bristol Ridge NE, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Bristol Ridge NE, 2017 Print
    2017 Bristol Ridge NE
    2017 Print · USGS
    Covers Chugwater, including Laramie County, Platte County, and other nearby areas

  12. 2017 Map of Chugwater, 2017 Print
    2017 Map of Chugwater, 2017 Print
    2017 Chugwater
    2017 Print · USGS
    Covers Chugwater, including Slater, Platte County, and other nearby areas

  13. 2021 Map of Chugwater, 2021 Print
    2021 Map of Chugwater, 2021 Print
    2021 Chugwater
    2021 Print · USGS
    The high plains of Platte County are shown here in the 2020s, centered on the historic town of Chugwater along its namesake creek. You can trace local landmarks like Chimney Rock, find old water rights along Home Ditch, and locate early routes like Old Hwy 87.

  14. 2021 Map of Bristol Ridge NE, 2021 Print
    2021 Map of Bristol Ridge NE, 2021 Print
    2021 Bristol Ridge NE
    2021 Print · USGS
    Southeastern Wyoming's high plains are documented here in the early twenty-first century, centered on the open landscape of Chugwater Flats. Researchers can trace old ranch routes like Iron Mountain Rd and Happy Hollow Rd as they converge near the drainage of Chugwater Cr.

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