1952 Map of Lysite

About this map

The settlement of Lysite serves as a central hub in this high-desert landscape of central Wyoming, situated along the Chicago Burlington and Quincy railroad line. The map highlights the essential water management systems required for life in this arid region, showing an extensive network of infrastructure including the Burlington Reservoir, Lost Cabin Reservoir, and several unnamed segments of Ditch, Levee, and Pipe Line. These features reflect the mid-century adaptation to the rugged Fremont County terrain, where seasonal watercourses like Badwater Creek and Bridger Creek were carefully harnessed for local use.