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1966 Map of Creston Junction

Name: 1966 Topographic Map of Creston Junction
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1982
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1982

About this map

Creston Junction marks the convergence of modern and historical transportation routes in this high desert landscape, where the legacy of the Union Pacific railroad and early highways dictates the settlement pattern. Moving east from the junction, the map reveals a series of small, isolated points of interest such as the Cherokee rail stop and the settlement of Fillmore, which sit nestled against the northern slopes of Cherokee Hill. The industrial footprint of the region is evident through features like Cherokee Mine No 1 and various gravel pits, highlighting the area's reliance on mineral extraction and infrastructure support.

South of the main transportation corridor, the terrain transitions into a more traditional ranching landscape, anchored by the 44 Ranch and defined by the drainages of Fillmore Creek. Significant landmarks like Cow Butte and Horse Butte rise from the southern reaches, providing navigational anchors for the open range. This map also preserves the administrative division between Sweetwater Co and Carbon Co, illustrating how county lines bisect these remote grazing and mining lands.