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1966 Map of Wagon Prong

Name: 1966 Topographic Map of Wagon Prong
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1978
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1978

About this map

The Honeycombs dominate the eastern landscape of this Washakie County terrain, characterized by a complex network of seasonal watercourses and man-made livestock improvements. The map illustrates a mid-century ranching economy reliant on scattered water sources like Wagon Prong Reservoir, Old Quaker Reservoir, and Davis Res No 2. Settlement is sparse, represented by specialized sites such as Meleskie Camp and Hayes Cow Camp, which were essential for managing herds across the arid draws.

The intricate drainage patterns of Nowater Creek and the Joe Henry Fork suggest a landscape defined by intermittent flows. Landmarks like Devils Slide and The Seeps provide vital orientation points in the desert-like environment. The presence of numerous wells and dams, including Hampton Well No 2 and Shortys Reservoir, highlights the extensive human effort to harness the limited water supply of the Wyoming basin during the 1960s.