1966 Map of Orchard Bench

About this map

Bighorn River waters define the eastern edge of this mid-1960s landscape, where the town of Basin sits adjacent to important local institutions and infrastructure. The State Sanatarium and Fairground anchor the northern outskirts of the settlement, reflecting the community's role as a regional hub. To the west, the elevated Orchard Bench provides a distinct geographical break from the river valley, partitioned by the vital Big Horn Canal and the tracks of the Chicago and North Western railroad.