1951 Map of Benton Basin

About this map

Benton Basin is documented here during a period of significant hydraulic development in the early 1950s. The map illustrates a landscape of arid basins and high plateaus centered on the Alcova Reservoir, part of the larger Missouri River Basin project. Notable for local history is the presence of the Childers Place and its associated Childers Reservoir in the northern portion of the quadrangle, which reflects the early ranching and water management strategies of Natrona County. Along the reservoir's western shoreline, the Casper Boat Club appears as a center for recreation, set against the backdrop of the North Platte River and the steep walls of Fremont Canyon. The topography is marked by named features such as Agate Basin and Horseshoe Basin, with infrastructure including the Pathfinder Road and a telephone line traversing the terrain to connect remote outposts.