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1965 Map of Pine Knoll

Name: 1965 Topographic Map of Pine Knoll
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1979
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

Hilliard Flat defines the open western landscape of this high-elevation Wyoming survey, where agricultural life centers on a complex network of water management. The community presence is anchored by the Hilliard Ward Ch, while the surrounding terrain is etched with vital irrigation infrastructure like the Bear River Canal, Lannon Ditch, and Goodman-Cunnington Ditch. These waterways support livestock operations in an otherwise arid environment, feeding into local landmarks such as Martin Reservoir and Austin Reservoir.

The eastern portion of the map transitions toward more broken country, marked by the prominent height of Pine Knoll and the descent of La Chapelle Creek. The presence of Oil Wells and a scattered series of Landing Strips reflects the region's mid-century industrial interests. From the livestock-driven Sheep Trail to the deep contours of Bazoo Hollow, the map illustrates a working landscape shaped by both water engineering and resource extraction.