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1951 Map of Sibley Peak

Name: 1951 Topographic Map of Sibley Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1951
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1951

About this map

Sibley Peak and Anvil Peak dominate this landscape in Platte County, Wyoming, which was mapped shortly after the war. The terrain is defined by a series of drainages, including Horseshoe Creek and the various branches of North Bear Creek and Middle Bear Creek. In the northeastern corner, the settlement of Glendo serves as a focal point for the region's transportation network. Here, the Chicago Burlington and Quincy RR runs parallel to Whiskey Gulch, marking the industrial and commercial artery of the day.

Water management is central to the land's utility, evidenced by the Downey Reservoir Number One and an Artesian Well. A significant historical note is the presence of an Oregon Trail Marker near the creek, providing a concrete link to the westward migration era. Numerous Windmill sites and various Spring labels, such as Willow Spring and Bear Spring, indicate the importance of localized water sources for ranching and agriculture in this semi-arid environment.