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1951 Map of Benton Basin SW, 1952 Print
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1951 Map of Benton Basin SW

USGS Topo · Published 1952

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Pathfinder Reservoir dominates the southern landscape of this 1951 study, serving as a focal point for the Pathfinder National Wildlife Refuge. The map captures a high plains environment defined by its water management and early energy infrastructure, evidenced by the Pipe Line Road and an Oil Tank near the northern edge. Historical transit is preserved through the clearly marked Oregon Trail, which cuts diagonally across the sagebrush-covered terrain. Drainage patterns are led by Horse Creek and Pino Draw, illustrating the hydrological network feeding into the reservoir. This Missouri River Basin development project illustrates a mid-century moment where wildlife conservation boundaries overlapped with vital pioneer trails and emerging utility corridors.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1951
Date Published1952
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.6 x 27 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain