1961 Map of Austin Ranch

About this map

The Austin Ranch area in Sweetwater County sits in a landscape of high desert drainages and mesa rims as it appeared in the early 1960s. The Green River carves through the southwestern corner of the map, providing a vital water source for the namesake ranch and the nearby Manns Flat. Away from the river, the terrain is defined by the prominent Blue Rim and a series of deep draws and canyons that channel seasonal runoff toward the river valley. The presence of Blue Rim Res No 1 highlights the essential water management required in this arid environment.