1965 Map of Sheridan Reservoir

About this map

Sheridan Reservoir sits at the heart of this high-altitude landscape, flanked by the prominent Sheridan Ridge to the south. This mid-1960s survey documents a network of water management and backcountry access within the Targhee National Forest, where the terrain is defined by the headwaters of Sheridan Creek and its many tributaries like Mud Creek and Taylor Creek. The map provides specific locations for water sources critical to the region's management, including Shotgun Well and Bishop Burn Well. Geodetic data across the Clark and Fremont County line reveals a primitive transportation network consisting largely of Jeep Trails and Pack Trails, emphasizing the area's use for forestry and recreation. The detailed topographic contouring captures the transition from the reservoir basin to the surrounding peaks and named landmarks like Bear Hole.