1962 Map of Deep Creek Canyon

About this map

Currant Creek flows through a dramatic landscape of deep drainages and ridges along the Wasatch Co Duchesne Co boundary. This early 1960s survey reveals a remote high-country environment defined by its water resources and network of rudimentary transportation. A notable Fishpond is situated near the center of the quadrangle, where the creek bends through Deep Creek Canyon. The terrain is deeply incised by numerous named draws including Wildcat Canyon, Beaver Canyon, and Slab Canyon, while the Strawberry River makes its way across the southern reaches. This era was characterized by utility infrastructure, evidenced by the presence of a Telephone line and various Jeep Trails that provided access through the steep elevations. The map provides precise elevation data for landmarks such as VABM Water 7994, grounding this western landscape in its mid-century state.