1971 Map of Elmo

About this map

Elmo sits at the southern edge of this landscape, a settlement defined by the surrounding extractive industry during the early 1970s. The specialized infrastructure of the Arch Mineral Corporation Railroad services the area, leading to a prominent tipple and an expansive Strip Mine that dominates the southeastern quadrant. This industrial footprint contrasts sharply with the arid natural drainage systems of the region, such as Hanna Draw and Stink Creek, which carve through the high-elevation terrain. To the north, the Medicine Bow R and the Medicine Bow Breaks reveal a rugged topography marked by steep elevation changes and natural landmarks like Red Hill. Managed water resources are also evident through the North Ditch and Middle Ditch, suggesting a historical attempt to channel seasonal flow across this carbon-rich Wyoming plateau.