1958 Map of Arlington

About this map

The settlement of Arlington serves as a focal point for this landscape where high-plains ranching meets the northern reaches of the Medicine Bow National Forest. The map documents a transition from the drainage of Rock Creek into the rugged elevations of Rock Mountain and Deer Mountain. Of significant historical interest is the presence of the Overland Trail, which cuts across the terrain as a reminder of 19th-century westward migration routes. The area's agricultural identity is clearly defined by several named operations, including Brokaw Ranch, Old Fisher Ranch, and White Ranch, while later 20th-century recreational development is signaled by the inclusion of a Ski Slide and Ski Lift. These features, alongside modern infrastructure like an Aqueduct and Pipeline, illustrate the evolving utility of this Carbon County region.