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1953 Map of Weiser Pass

Name: 1953 Topographic Map of Weiser Pass
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1964
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1964

About this map

Dallas Oil Field and the Derby Dome Oil Field dominate the industrial landscape of this Fremont County region during the early 1950s. The petroleum infrastructure is visible through numerous oil wells, a Refinery, and a Water Pumping Station, reflecting the mid-century energy production in the Wyoming basins. This industrial activity contrasts with the traditional livestock economy represented by a string of family-named outposts along the watercourses, including Matteson Ranch, McKinney Ranch, and Weiser Ranch.

Strategic passage through the terrain is marked by Weiser Pass along the Divide, while the geological character of the area is defined by the prominent Cedar Ridge and Blue Cedar Ridge. Water remains a critical resource for both ranching and drilling, supplied by sources such as Big Spring, Coal Mine Spring, and Critman Springs. The map also traces the winding path of the Little Popo Agie River and the broad expanse of Onion Flats.