1961 Map of Green River

About this map

The Union Pacific railroad and the Green River converge at this vital Wyoming crossroads, where mid-century transportation infrastructure meets a dramatic high-desert landscape. The town of Green River is tightly situated between the river's bend and the rising slopes of White Mountain, featuring local institutions such as Lincoln High Sch and Riverview Cem. The surrounding terrain is defined by striking geological landmarks like The Palisades, Tollgate Rock, and Teakettle Rock, which served as navigational waypoints long before modern surveying. This 1961 edition, updated with 1980 revisions, also documents the historical path of the Overland Trail and Pacific Trail following the Bitter Creek corridor, illustrating how indigenous and pioneer routes dictated the placement of subsequent rail and industrial developments.