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1952 Map of Rongis Reservoir SE

Name: 1952 Topographic Map of Rongis Reservoir SE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1970
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1970

About this map

The Muskrat Oil Field defines the northern reaches of this Wyoming landscape, where early energy exploration is marked by scattered Gas Well and Oil Well sites. The terrain is a complex network of ephemeral watercourses, primarily the various branches of Horseshoe Draw, including the Middle Fork and West Fork. These drainages are interspersed with vital ranching water sources such as Sherlock Reservoir and Barber Reservoir.

Evidence of historical transit is found in the Old Lander Casper Road, which cuts across the central part of the quadrangle. This route, along with the numerous draws like Mahoney Draw and Murphy Draw, illustrates the region's reliance on both natural landmarks and established trails for navigation through the high desert of Fremont County. To the southeast, Indian Grove Creek and Cottonwood Draw provide further geographic context for this mid-century livestock and oil-producing territory.