1962 Map of Windy Point

About this map

Bear River Divide cuts through the center of this Lincoln County landscape, separating the headwaters of numerous seasonal drainages. The topography is defined by the broad Bridger Basin and prominent elevations like Sillem Ridge and Windy Point. This early 1960s survey documents a network of water management features essential for high-altitude livestock ranching, including several small named catchments such as White Rock Reservoir, Question Mark Reservoir, and Pocket Reservoir. The terrain is marked by a series of springs feeding into Cottonwood Creek and Bridger Creek, which eventually reach the Bear River in the south. Unimproved 4WD tracks represent the primary infrastructure of the era, providing access to remote landmarks like High Top and Bridger Hill during a time when this part of the state remained focused on traditional open-range land use.