1953 Map of Arapahoe

About this map

The Wind River Indian Reservation landscape is defined by the convergence of the Wind River and the Popo Agie River in central Wyoming. The 1953 environment shown here is one of carefully managed water, where an extensive network of irrigation infrastructure including the Sub-Agency Ditch, Lefthand Ditch, and Mission Ditch supports agricultural activity across the river valleys. The settlement at Arapahoe serves as a local hub near the Chicago and North Western rail line, which cuts across the northern portion of the quadrangle. Significant cultural sites are present, notably the Indian Burial Ground and the community of St Stephens near the river bend. The terrain transitions from the verdant river bottoms to more dissected landscape features like Preacher Draw and Beaver Creek to the south, illustrating the complex hydrology of the Fremont County area during the mid-20th century.