2017 Map of Fort Steele

About this map

Fort Steele occupies a strategic position where the Union Pacific corridor meets the North Platte River, serving as a focal point for this high-desert landscape in Carbon County. The terrain is defined by dramatic elevation shifts, ranging from the low-lying Alkali Flat and Wet Draw to the prominent heights of Mt Steele and Cedar Ridge. This modern survey documents the site of the frontier military post, including the Fort Steele Historic Site Cem, providing a precise look at how the historic transportation routes like the Old Hwy follow the natural contours of the Fort Steele Breaks. Beyond the river valley, the map reveals a complex network of drainages and ridges, such as Saint Marys Cr and Saint Marys Ridge, which have long influenced movement through the basin. These topographical features, including Boneside Pass and Whitehorse Canyon, illustrate the geographical challenges faced by early travelers and surveyors in this Wyoming interior.