1979 Map of Harrisburg

About this map

Harrisburg serves as the focal point of this high plains landscape, situated near the western edge of the quadrangle. The town's grid is small and orderly, set against a backdrop of extensive ranching and energy extraction. To the south, the Harrisburg Cem provides a quiet record of the area's pioneer families and early residents. The terrain is defined by dramatic changes in elevation, most notably at the prominent Lovers Leap Butte, which overlooks the surrounding basin. Economic activity is clearly marked by a widespread Oil Field and numerous scattered Oil Wells, illustrating the mid-to-late 20th-century reliance on petroleum resources in Banner County. A few Gravel Pits and various other Wells suggest the industrial and agricultural needs of the high desert environment during this era of rural development.