1952 Map of Burris

About this map

Wind River Indian Reservation lands dominate this mid-century topographic record, showcasing a complex water management system designed for high-altitude ranching and agriculture. The small settlement of Burris sits near the upper right, while the Hidden Valley Ranch is located within the dramatic relief of Hidden Valley. The landscape is defined by the significant elevation changes of Dinwoody Ridge and a network of human-engineered waterways, including the Wind River Canal, the Dry Creek Canal, and numerous unnamed ditches. These features illustrate how water from sources like Dinwoody Lake and Upper Dinwoody Lake was redirected across the terrain. A Guard Station and several remote springs provide points of interest for those researching the early administrative and logistical history of the reservation and its surrounding wilderness borders.