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1911 Map of Oregon Basin

Name: 1911 Topographic Map of Oregon Basin
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1975
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1975

About this map

Oregon Basin Bird Reservation dominates the northern landscape of this Wyoming territory, centered around Loch-Katrine and the ephemeral waters of the basin. The 1910-1911 survey work by C.C. Gardner reveals a transition in early irrigation efforts, specifically noting the Wiley Canal (Abandoned) which once sought to divert water across this arid high-desert terrain. In the southern reaches, the Greybull River cuts a prominent path near Sleeper's Ranch, providing a rare reliable water source for early settlers and ranchers in this part of Park County.

Industrial activity is evidenced by the Eagle Mine and Wiley Mine, which sit near the rugged elevations of the central hills. Transportation during this era relied on established routes like the Cody and Meeteetse Road, connecting isolated landmarks such as Red Cabin to the growing regional hubs. The presence of Wiley Lake and numerous springs further highlights the critical importance of water management in a landscape defined by dry coulees and buttes.