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1950 Map of Register Cliff

Name: 1950 Topographic Map of Register Cliff
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1985
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

The North Platte River and Laramie River converge in this high-plains landscape, serving as a vital corridor for westward expansion and modern irrigation. The map highlights the intersection of transportation and ranching history, documenting the site of the Register Cliff Monument and the Pony Express Sta near the Old Guernsey Ranch. These landmarks sit along the historic paths of the Bright and Southerland Trail, which cut across the wide expanse of Bettelyoun Flats.

Water management defines the eastern portion of the survey, where the Whalen Diversion Dam directs flow into the Fort Laramie Canal and the Interstate Canal. This infrastructure, alongside the Burlington Northern railroad, illustrates the mid-century transition from pioneer trails to a developed agricultural and industrial economy. Military activity is also noted at the Camp Guernsey Rifle Range Abutment near the Platte and Goshen county line.