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1958 Map of Ninemile Hill

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of Ninemile Hill
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1979
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

Monument Butte and Ninemile Hill anchor this arid Fremont County landscape, which by the mid-20th century was defined by an extensive network of water management and resource extraction. The area is heavily marked by small reservoirs like Lander Valley Reservoir, Chugwater Reservoir, and Ninemile Reservoir, reflecting the vital importance of water storage for ranching and development in the Missouri River Basin. These human-made features are connected by natural drainages such as Sand Gulch and Ninemile Draw.

Evidence of Wyoming's industrial history is etched into the terrain at Coal Mine Draw and several noted Oil Well locations. The 1970s revisions highlight the evolving land use, while older landmarks like Red Lake and Gustin Reservoir persist. The map details a complex system of draws, including the North Fork Ballenger Draw and South Fork Ballenger Draw, illustrating the natural watershed that local ranchers and industry adapted to their needs.