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1973 Map of Borden

Name: 1973 Topographic Map of Borden
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1976
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1976

About this map

Union Pacific rail lines dominate the north-south axis of this Millard County landscape, connecting the small settlements of Borden and Bloom during the early 1970s. The terrain is defined by the winding course of the Beaver River, which carves through the eastern and southern portions of the quadrangle. This semi-arid region shows a reliance on managed water resources, as evidenced by the Borden Basin Reservoir and Halls Double Res located among the western ridges.

Industrial activity is limited to several Gravel Pits concentrated near the railroad corridor, suggesting local extraction for rail or road maintenance. Transportation beyond the main rail line is sparse, consisting primarily of a rugged Jeep Trail that follows the river's path. The map provides a clear record of these isolated outposts and the infrastructure required to sustain transit across the high desert before modern expansion shifted the area's character.