1955 Map of Brighton

About this map

The high Wasatch Range terrain around Brighton is defined by a dense concentration of early silver and lead mining operations, reflected in a landscape riddled with shafts and tunnels. Extensive underground workings like the Michigan-Utah Mine, Flagstaff Mine, and Prince of Wales Shaft occupy the peaks and ridges, while long subterranean passages such as the Steamboat Tunnel and Smuggler Tunnel cut through the mountainsides. This mid-century survey captures the area as it transitioned into a recreational hub within the Wasatch National Forest, shown by the presence of the Cloud Rim (Girl Scout Camp) and several campgrounds. From Scott Hill in the north to the American Fork headwaters in the south, the map illustrates the complex drainage patterns and alpine lakes, including Silver Lake and Lake Mary, that supported both the industrial mining needs and the emerging tourism of the era.