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1952 Map of Lysite SE

Name: 1952 Topographic Map of Lysite SE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1976
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1976

About this map

Isolated homesteads and industrial infrastructure dot this central Wyoming landscape during the early 1950s. The map captures a rugged basin defined by the winding courses of Badwater Creek and the South Fork, where the arid terrain necessitated the construction of an extensive system of Ditch lines and Flume segments to manage water resources. Ranching life is evidenced by family landmarks like Allen Ranch, Lybyer Ranch, and Bauer Ranch, which are connected by primitive routes such as No Wood Road.

A notable shift toward energy development is visible in the southwest, marked by a substantial Pipe Line, Oil Tanks, and the Lost Cabin Pumping Station. This industrial presence is paired with the Lost Cabin Landing Field, suggesting the logistical demands of oil operations and remote transport. The boundary between Fremont and Natrona Counties cuts through the eastern half of the sheet, providing a precise record of historical property and jurisdictional lines near the Lost Cabin Arminto Road.