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The History of
Worland, Wyoming |
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 | In 1903, a party of surveyors made
their way into the Big Horn Basin area to determine the feasibility of a large irrigation
project. At that time, the current site of Worland had a population of less than 100
people. However, the area held promise and plans were started.
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| By 1904, the project was
in full swing and Camp Worland prospered into a community with a school, church, post
office and general store.
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| In 1906, with the coming of the railroad,
Camp Worland faced a dilemma. Railroad tracks were laid on the east side of the Big Horn
River and the encampment was located on the west side. Forced to make a decision about the
future of Camp Worland, townspeople decided to move their community across the frozen Big
Horn River.
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| Incorporated in 1906 as
the town of Worland, the friendly community continues to prosper and grow.
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Looking east from the railroad tracks is this view of Worland's
main street before the fire of 1907. |
| The proud tradition of Worland is
evidence throughout the town today. Heritage and determination continue to drive this
friendly, warm and western town into the future. |
| An overview of early Worland. Main street, the
railroad, and an early ferry crossing at Worland. |
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WORLAND-TEN SLEEP
VISITOR'S COUNCIL
120 North 10th St., Worland, WY 82401
307-347-3226 ~ E-mail: wacc@trib.com
 
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