1969 Map of Leckie

About this map

The Emigrant (Lander Cutoff) Trail winds through this high-plains landscape, marking a significant historical corridor for westward migration across Wyoming. Centered on the Big Sandy River valley, the map documents the small settlement of Leckie and its nearby Cem, providing a window into the pastoral and pioneer life in Sublette County during the late 1960s. The terrain transitions from the open flats of Flat Top and Muddy Ridge to the timbered slopes of the Bridger National Forest. Water management is central to the area's utility, evidenced by several specialized basins including Tally Pit Reservoir, Blue Pit Reservoir, and Zembo Reservoir. These features, along with the Gaging Sta on the river, illustrate how the local hydrology was monitored and harnessed for ranching and forest service needs in this high-altitude environment.