1959 Map of Horse Creek Springs

About this map

Rattlesnake Hills and the high plateaus of Horse Heaven dominate this 1950s landscape in Natrona County. The drainage patterns of Horse Creek and its namesake Horse Creek Springs reveal a complex topography of deep basins and isolated peaks, including Buffalo Head and Breadpan Hill. In the north, an early Oil Field indicates the region’s industrial activity during the mid-century energy expansion. The map also documents landmarks like Black Gap and Vinegar Hill, providing a clear record of the area's geographic nomenclature. Natural features such as Keester Basin and Black Rock Draw illustrate the arid, wind-swept character of the Wyoming interior prior to more modern developments.