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2020 Map of Harrisburg Junction

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Harrisburg Junction
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Dixie National Forest dominates the northern landscape of this region, where the high desert meets the stark geology of the White Reef and Leeds Reef. The topography is defined by significant drainage systems and geological formations, including Yant Flat and the massive Harrisburg Dome south of the freeway. The modern infrastructure of Washington and Hurricane surrounds the central Quail Creek Reservoir, a vital water resource in this arid environment.

Evidence of early pioneer-era settlement is preserved at the Harrisburg Cem near the original site of Harrisburg. The map reveals the intricate network of canyons and washes that shaped local travel, such as Grapevine Pass Wash and Cottonwood Canyon, while the Virgin River snakes through the southern portion of the quadrangle. This layout highlights the transition from traditional ranching and mining lands to a modern recreational and residential hub.