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1951 Map of The Reefs

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

USGS Topo · Published 1951

About this map

Wardwell Airport occupies a central position on this Natrona County landscape, reflecting the mid-century aviation infrastructure of Wyoming. The area is defined by its industrial and topographical variety, where the linear progression of Ormsby Road and Cole Creek Road cuts through a terrain marked by distinctive features like The Reefs and Mesa. The resource-driven economy of the early 1950s is evident in the numerous Oil Wells and a notable Oil Tank Farm (Abandoned) located in the southwest corner.

Hydrological features such as Ninemile Lake and Soda Lake provide contrast to the arid surroundings, while Sand Spring Creek drains the eastern portion of the quadrangle. Significant technological installations including a Radio Range Station and various Windmills highlight the dual reliance on modern communication and traditional water management in this high-plains environment during the postwar period.