1952 Map of Wise Flat

About this map

The Wind River Indian Reservation in Fremont County is defined by its complex hydrology and high-altitude drainage systems. This 1952 field-checked survey reveals a landscape where the Wind River Base Line and an early Telephone Line slice across the high plains, providing essential survey and communication infrastructure. The northern portion is dominated by the Sage Creek system, including the Middle Fork and South Fork, which carve through the terrain near the prominent Norkok Butte. To the south, the terrain descends toward the North Fork Little Wind River, a major watercourse joined by smaller tributaries like Timmoco Creek. The expansive Wise Flat terrace sits above these river valleys, accessed by the St Lawrence Ranger Station Road, reflecting the area's mid-century management and the vital role of these waterways in the regional geography.