1954 Map of Carlisle 4 NE

About this map

Indian Creek and Three Mile Creek define the drainage patterns of this high desert terrain in San Juan County. This 1954 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey was produced as a preliminary edition, capturing the remote landscape before the completion of full 15-minute mapping for the region. The map reveals a sparse infrastructure focused on water management and resource exploration, characterized by the presence of a Spring and Res, a isolated Stock Tank, and a solitary Prospect. These features reflect a mid-century period when cattle ranching and mineral exploration were the primary human imprints on the land. The intricate contour work illustrates the complex erosion of the Draw systems, offering an essential look at the physical geography of southeastern Utah during the post-war era.