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1952 Map of Kirkland Park

Name: 1952 Topographic Map of Kirkland Park
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1970
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1970

About this map

The Wind River Indian Reservation dominates this 1952 topographic study, showcasing the high-elevation terrain of Fremont County during the early post-war era. The landscape is defined by the significant hydrological divide between the North Fork Wind River and the South Fork Wind River, which carve deep drainage patterns across the sheet. At the heart of the area lies Kirkland Park, a distinctive high-altitude opening surrounded by prominent elevations including Crow Mountain and the expansive Spring Ridge.

The map details a network of ridges and watercourses, such as Cedar Ridge and Bull Lake Creek, which dictate the natural movement and boundaries of the reservation. Notable for its lack of modern development, the survey focuses on the raw topography and natural landmarks like Little Sand Draw and Meadow Creek, providing a foundational view of this portion of Wyoming before more intensive resource management or recreational infrastructure altered the landscape.