1952 Map of Wind River

About this map

Indian Cem (Grave of Sacajawea) and the Roberts Mission stand as central cultural landmarks within the Wind River Indian Reservation on this 1952 topographic survey. The landscape is defined by the transition from the irrigated plains of the Wind River valley to the higher elevations of Cedar Butte and the foothills beyond. Early water management is evident through a network of infrastructure including Ray Canal, Blue Ditch, and Dead Horse Slough, which support the high-desert terrain. Transportation in the mid-20th century relied on routes like Moccasin Lake Road, providing access to the rugged western reaches of Fremont County. Researchers will find a detailed representation of the hydrological system of Crooked Creek and Trout Creek as they descend toward the river basin.