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2017 Map of Casper

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Casper
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The North Platte River winds through the heart of this region, shaping the development of Casper and its neighboring communities. By the early 21st century, the urban footprint had expanded significantly, encompassing Mills, Evansville, and Midwest Heights. The historical legacy of the area is preserved in several notable sites, including the Old Pioneer Cem and the Fort Casper Post Cem, which sit near the river's edge.

Transportation corridors define the landscape, from the heavy industrial presence of the Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroad to the path of the Emigrant Trl. To the south, the terrain rises sharply toward Casper Mtn, where the Garden Creek Waterfall and several small reservoirs like Sage Cr Reservoir offer a stark contrast to the dense street grids of the valley. This survey provides a clear view of the intersection between Wyoming's river-valley industry and its mountainous southern reaches.