1950 Map of Guernsey
USGS Topo · Published 1985About this map
Iron ore mining and military activity define this mid-century landscape in Platte County. The intensive industrial operations at Sunrise and Hartville are evident through the Mine Dump and the Good Fortune Mine, while the town of Guernsey serves as a hub for both the Burlington and Colo and Wyo railroads. The southern portion of the map highlights the proximity of the State Military Reservation and Camp Guernsey, alongside local aviation at the Guernsey Landing Field. To the east, the Haystack Range provides a sharp contrast to the developed river valley. Historic transit remains visible through the marked path of the Oregon Trail near the North Platte River, providing a layer of pioneer history over the modern extraction economy. Scattered family sites like Frederick Ranch and Old Guernsey Ranch illustrate the rural ranching pattern that persists beyond the industrial centers.
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Editions of this 1950 Guernsey Map
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