1968 Map of White Rocks

About this map

White Mountain dominates this portion of the high desert in Sweetwater County, defined by its steep eastern escarpment and the rugged drainage patterns of the Great Divide Basin. The 1968 landscape is shaped by the industrial presence of the U S Steel Railroad, which cuts across the western flats near Sand Knolls. Vital water sources in this arid environment are carefully noted, including The Wells, Chicken Springs, and Jensen Well, which served as critical landmarks for travelers and ranching operations alike. The map captures a transition in high-desert infrastructure, where a lone Radio Tower stands atop the mountain heights above Sixmile Draw, and primitive routes like a Jeep Trail provide the only access across the plateau. Natural features like White Rocks and a nearby Cave further characterize the geologic detail of the area.