1885 Map of Beaver

About this map

The Sevier River valley and its surrounding high-country peaks dominate this late nineteenth-century reconnaissance, capturing the early layout of central Utah settlements. The map details a corridor of agricultural and mining development, from Fillmore in the north down to Minersville. Higher-elevation terrain is defined by the massive Tushar Mountains, featuring Delano Peak and Baldy Peak, which overlook the valley floors. Transport patterns are clearly marked by the Utah Central Railroad cutting through the western flats near the Beaver Mountains. Genealogists will find interest in the distinct placement of small community centers like Adamsville, Greenville, and Joseph City, alongside natural landmarks such as Antelope Spring and the curiously named Gate of Monroe pass. The map effectively illustrates the reliance on mountain runoff, tracing Beaver Creek and Chalk Creek as they descend from the summits to support the pioneer settlements below.