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1968 Map of Fontenelle Reservoir SE, 1971 Print
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1968 Map of Fontenelle Reservoir SE

USGS Topo · Published 1971

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Fontenelle Reservoir dominates this high-desert landscape in southwestern Wyoming, where the waters of the Green River are captured behind the Fontenelle Dam. This late 1960s survey documents the early years of the reservoir, marking the powerplant and various infrastructure points like the Gaging Sta. Along the eastern bank of the river just below the dam, the small Whitman Cem remains a quiet touchpoint for local genealogy. To the northwest, the terrain rises sharply into Knife Canyon, contrasting with the managed water levels of the basin. The map records the utility of the land during this period of resource development, noting several Gravel Pits and a Picnic Area for recreation. The boundary between Lincoln and Sweetwater counties cuts directly through the river valley, marking a jurisdictional division in this sparsely settled region.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1968
Date Published1971
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.7 x 26.7 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain