1952 Map of Crowheart NW

About this map

The Wind River Indian Reservation occupies much of this Wyoming landscape, where the high desert terrain is shaped by the winding course of Crow Creek. This mid-century survey documents a region defined by its water management and natural landmarks, including the notable Sand Dunes in the southern portion of the quadrangle. Local infrastructure is sparse but specific, shown by the presence of Lannigans Ditch and a small Cem located near the creek bed. The map details the drainage patterns of Ega Draw and Red Cr as they feed toward the broader valley of the Wind River. These features illustrate the vital relationship between the arid landscape and its limited water resources during the early 1950s, providing a clear record of the area's physical geography before later 20th-century developments.