1952 Map of Crowheart Butte

About this map

The Wind River Indian Reservation landscape is defined by the prominent Crowheart Butte and the winding course of the Wind River. This 1952 topographic study, with revisions through the 1970s, illustrates the complex drainage patterns of the high desert basin, where numerous ephemeral watercourses like Ega Draw, Cleveland Draw, and Sand Draw carve through the terrain toward the river valley. To the northeast, the distinct form of Teapot Butte stands near the headwaters of Dry Creek, while the massive Stagner Ridge anchors the southeastern corner of the quadrangle. A remote Landing Strip situated along the river flats suggests the navigational challenges and reliance on small-aircraft transportation in this expansive part of Fremont County during the mid-to-late 20th century.