1959 Map of Chalk Hills

About this map

The Chalk Hills and their surrounding high-plains landscape are documented here during the late 1950s, straddling the border between Carbon and Albany counties. This region of Wyoming is defined by the winding course of the Little Medicine Bow River and its South Fork, which carve through the high terrain. Local transportation is anchored by the Old Casper Medicine Bow Road, a vital route connecting the scattered ranching interests of the era. Evidence of early habitation and land use is preserved in labels for the Higghson Homestead and Heward Ranch. A particularly unique geological feature noted on this survey is the Petrified Forest Area, located in the western portion of the quadrangle. The map also records specialized infrastructure such as a remote Landing Field and several named drainages including Chalk Draw and Slate Draw.