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1970s Maps of Iron County, Utah

Explore 48 historic maps of Iron County from the 1970s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1970s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Iron County's landscape evolved across the 1970s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

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Start exploring Iron County's history through authentic maps from the 1970s. This is your window into the past.

Iron County, UT maps

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  1. 1971 Map of Observation Knoll, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Observation Knoll, 1974 Print
    1971 Observation Knoll
    1974 Print · USGS
    Southern Utah’s high desert basins are captured here in the early seventies as a landscape of remote ranching and seasonal water. Genealogists and historians can trace the Beaver Co and Iron Co line across Pine Valley Wash and near Sheep Creek Reservoir.
  4. 1971 Map of Buckhorn Flat, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Buckhorn Flat, 1974 Print
    1971 Buckhorn Flat
    1974 Print · USGS
    Parowan Valley was a landscape of managed desert water and rugged livestock trails in the early 1970s. Researchers can locate remote water sources like Buckhorn Spring and the CCC Pond, or trace early transit routes through Bone Hollow and Little Valley.
  7. 1971 Map of Paragonah, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Paragonah, 1974 Print
    1971 Paragonah
    1974 Print · USGS
    Paragonah and the eastern Parowan Valley are captured here in the early seventies as a thriving agricultural hub dependent on complex water systems. Researchers can locate the local cemetery, explore the area around Black Rock Cave, and trace historical water rights through Stubbs Well and Wheatgrass Flowing Well.
  10. 1971 Map of Lund, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Lund, 1974 Print
    1971 Lund
    1974 Print · USGS
    The remote railroad town of Lund is captured in the early 1970s at the interface of the high desert and mountain ranges. Genealogists and historians can trace the Union Pacific corridor and find isolated water sources like Rosenberg Spring and Lyman Well.
  13. 1971 Map of Pinto Spring, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Pinto Spring, 1974 Print
    1971 Pinto Spring
    1974 Print · USGS
    The high Indian Peak Range is captured here in the early 1970s, showing a remote landscape shaped by mineral prospecting and seasonal water sources. Researchers can trace historic mining activity at the Holt Bluebell Mine and Cougar Spar Mine or locate early water improvements at Merrils Camp Spring.
  16. 1971 Map of Burnt Peak, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Burnt Peak, 1974 Print
    1971 Burnt Peak
    1974 Print · USGS
    Iron County's high desert landscape is captured here in the early 1970s, showcasing a network of remote springs and rugged peaks. Researchers can trace the drainage of Fremont Wash or locate secluded water sources like Cox Springs and Big Swamp Springs.
  19. 1971 Map of Steamboat Mtn SW, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Steamboat Mtn SW, 1974 Print
    1971 Steamboat Mtn SW
    1974 Print · USGS
    Hamlin Valley in the early 1970s was a landscape defined by the ranching economy and remote desert basins. Genealogists and researchers can trace the footprint of the Cheney Ranch and locate water infrastructure like Butcher Spring Trough and the Water Tank.
  22. 1971 Map of Burns Knoll, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Burns Knoll, 1974 Print
    1971 Burns Knoll
    1974 Print · USGS
    The Escante Desert stretches across the Beaver and Iron County line in the early 1970s, showing a remote landscape of rail and water. You can trace the Union Pacific railroad and locate historic watering spots like Moonshine Well and Lamoreaux Well.
  25. 1971 Map of Bible Spring, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Bible Spring, 1974 Print
    1971 Bible Spring
    1974 Print · USGS
    The high desert of Iron County in the early 1970s is captured here, showing a landscape defined by critical water sources and mountain trails. You can trace historic routes like the Sawmill Trail and locate remote landmarks including Bible Spring and Typhoid Spring.
  28. 1971 Map of Atchison Creek, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Atchison Creek, 1974 Print
    1971 Atchison Creek
    1974 Print · USGS
    The high-desert border between Beaver and Iron counties comes into focus during the early 1970s. Local researchers can trace remote ranching and mining roots at the O'Grain Ranch, several Prospects, and water sources like Salt Cabin Spring.
  31. 1971 Map of Latimer, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Latimer, 1974 Print
    1971 Latimer
    1974 Print · USGS
    Iron County, Utah, was still defined by its rail corridor and desert outposts in the early seventies. Genealogists and historians can trace the Union Pacific line to the settlement at Latimer or locate remote landmarks like Blue Knoll and Government Well.
  34. 1971 Map of Summit, 1975 Print
    1971 Map of Summit, 1975 Print
    1971 Summit
    1975 Print · USGS
    Iron County in the early 1970s shows a landscape of high desert water management and rural industry. You can trace the development of Summit and find specialized landmarks like the Cinder Pit near Cinder Hill or the historic Cem on the valley's edge.
  37. 1971 Map of Blue Mountain, 1975 Print
    1971 Map of Blue Mountain, 1975 Print
    1971 Blue Mountain
    1975 Print · USGS
    The high-desert terrain of Beaver and Iron counties is captured here in the early seventies, detailing a landscape shaped by mining and ranching. Trace old mineral claims and water sources like Iron Mine Spring, Jockey Road, and several Mine prospects.
  40. 1971 Map of The Tetons, 1975 Print
    1971 Map of The Tetons, 1975 Print
    1971 The Tetons
    1975 Print · USGS
    The high ridges of the Wah Wah Mountains are captured here in the early 1970s, marking a rugged landscape of mining and desert survival. Trace the network of primitive routes like Jockey Road and locate isolated water sources such as Jockey Spring and Sage Well.
  43. 1971 Map of Cottonwood Mtn, 1975 Print
    1971 Map of Cottonwood Mtn, 1975 Print
    1971 Cottonwood Mtn
    1975 Print · USGS
    Iron County, Utah, is shown in the 1970s as a high-desert landscape of livestock troughs and forest trails at the foot of the Hurricane Cliffs. Researchers can trace old resource tracks like the Pack Trail and locate isolated features including Prospects, Warm Springs, and the Upper Cottonwood Troughs.
  46. 1971 Map of Steamboat Mtn, 1975 Print
    1971 Map of Steamboat Mtn, 1975 Print
    1971 Steamboat Mtn
    1975 Print · USGS
    High desert ridges and vital water sources define this part of the Indian Peak Range in the early 1970s. Researchers can locate remote ranching and mining sites like Skougard Mine, Spanish-George Spring, and the high summit of Steamboat Mtn.
  49. 1971 Map of Fivemile Ridge, 1975 Print
    1971 Map of Fivemile Ridge, 1975 Print
    1971 Fivemile Ridge
    1975 Print · USGS
    The high backcountry of the Garfield and Iron county border is captured in the early 1970s, showcasing a landscape of high ridges and deep hollows. Researchers can trace historic access routes like the Pack Trail and Jeep Trails to landmarks such as the Prospect and Twin Peaks.
  52. 1971 Map of Kane Canyon, 1975 Print
    1971 Map of Kane Canyon, 1975 Print
    1971 Kane Canyon
    1975 Print · USGS
    The high desert of southern Utah in the early seventies is revealed through its remote ranching outposts and rugged canyon networks. Researchers can trace historic boundaries like the Old Military Reservation Boundary and locate isolated water sources such as Lees Spring and Coxs Ranch.
  55. 1971 Map of Greenville Bench, 1975 Print
    1971 Map of Greenville Bench, 1975 Print
    1971 Greenville Bench
    1975 Print · USGS
    The high desert north of the Iron County line is captured in the early 1970s, showing a landscape defined by irrigation and remote hollows. Trace water management through the Aberdare Canal and Barton Ditch, or locate landmarks like Beaver Municipal Airport.
  58. 1971 Map of Circleville Mtn, 1975 Print
    1971 Map of Circleville Mtn, 1975 Print
    1971 Circleville Mtn
    1975 Print · USGS
    High in the Tushar Mountains during the early seventies, this survey captures a landscape of remote camps and vital water reservoirs. Researchers can trace historic trails to family landmarks like Fullmers Cabins, Briggs Camp, and Wards Cache.
    2 unique versions available
  61. 1971 Map of Parowan, 1975 Print
    1971 Map of Parowan, 1975 Print
    1971 Parowan
    1975 Print · USGS
    Parowan and the surrounding valley are captured in the early seventies as the community balanced its agricultural roots with forest recreation. Trace local landmarks from the City Airport to the high camps at Vermillion Castle Campground and Yankee Meadows Reservoir.
    2 unique versions available
  64. 1971 Map of Parowan Gap, 1975 Print
    1971 Map of Parowan Gap, 1975 Print
    1971 Parowan Gap
    1975 Print · USGS
    Iron County’s desert landscape is documented in the early seventies, centered on the ancient passage through the Red Hills. Researchers can find Petroglyphs at The Narrows and trace old water sources like Lister Spring near the shore of Little Salt Lake.
  67. 1971 Map of Red Creek Reservoir, 1975 Print
    1971 Map of Red Creek Reservoir, 1975 Print
    1971 Red Creek Reservoir
    1975 Print · USGS
    The high timberlands of the Iron and Garfield county line are captured here in the early 1970s, showing a landscape defined by water management and backcountry trails. Genealogists and historians can trace old routes like the Shakespeare Trail or locate remote landmarks such as Robinson Reservoir and Horse Lake.
    2 unique versions available
  70. 1971 Map of Little Creek Peak, 1975 Print
    1971 Map of Little Creek Peak, 1975 Print
    1971 Little Creek Peak
    1975 Print · USGS
    Southern Utah's high forest country is captured here during the early 1970s, revealing a landscape of remote guard stations and alpine springs. Trace backcountry routes like the Showalter Jeep Trail and locate family-named landmarks like Tebbs Hollow and Holly Oak Spring.
  73. 1972 Map of Uvada, 1974 Print
    1972 Map of Uvada, 1974 Print
    1972 Uvada
    1974 Print · USGS
    The Nevada-Utah border comes alive in the early seventies as the Union Pacific railroad climbs through high desert passes. Researchers can trace the isolated sidings at Uvada and Crestline or locate rural water sources like Lafes Reservoir.
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