1986 Map of Grass Valley

About this map

Dixie National Forest dominates this landscape in southwestern Utah, where the headwaters of the Santa Clara River and South Fork Pinto Creek originate among high plateaus. The 1980s terrain is characterized by a complex network of seasonal water sources and livestock-related landmarks, reflecting the region's enduring ranching heritage. Local features such as the Sheep Pens and Jodes Flat sit amidst a backdrop of prominent summits like Timber Mountain and Gardner Peak. Water management for this arid environment is evident in the numerous small impoundments scattered throughout the canyons, including Grass Valley Reservoir, White Rocks Reservoir, and The Bench Reservoir. These reservoirs and springs, like Big Water and Bench Spring, highlight the essential infrastructure required to support life and grazing in the Pine Valley Mountains. The map also traces a historic Pack Trail winding through the high country between Mill Canyon and Flat Top Mountain.