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1961 Map of Brookhurst

Name: 1961 Topographic Map of Brookhurst
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1965
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1965

About this map

The North Platte River winds through this Central Wyoming landscape, where industrial development and historical western routes converge. Near Brookhurst, a Refinery and a system of pipelines highlight the region's mid-century energy infrastructure, while a Racetrack and Motorcycle Racetrack suggest local recreational centers during the 1960s. The northern corridor is defined by the dual tracks of the Chicago and North Western and the Burlington and Quincy railroads, which parallel the historic path of the Emigrant Trail.

To the south, the terrain rises sharply toward the wooded slopes of Casper Mountain and the distinctive Hat Six Hogback. This transition from the river valley to the highlands is dotted with long-standing family operations such as Jones Ranch and Hat Six Ranch. Rural life is further evidenced by the Muddy Sch and several small water management features like Wagner Res and Donald Res, vital for livestock and agriculture in this arid environment.