1954 Map of Rock Springs

About this map

Rock Springs and the surrounding high desert of southwestern Wyoming are documented here during a period of mid-century infrastructure expansion. The Union Pacific railroad and U S 30 serve as the primary east-west corridor, cutting through the Red Desert Basin and crossing the Continental Divide. This landscape is defined by its widely dispersed ranching outposts, such as the Erickson Kent Ranch, Pio Moses Ranch, and Eversole Ranch, which represent the enduring pastoral economy of the era. To the west, the Green River carves through the terrain near the Devils Playground, while prominent landmarks like Pilot Butte and White Mountain provided essential orientation for early travelers. The presence of numerous Gas wells and the CAA Building near Bitter Creek highlights the concurrent growth of the region's energy sector and aviation communications.