1964 Map of Horse Ranch

About this map

Bench Cedar Mountain and Mass Mountain dominate this mid-1960s landscape in Sweetwater County, defined by a complex network of canyons and high-desert water management. The area around Horse Ranch reveals a heavy reliance on specialized water infrastructure, with numerous reservoirs such as Staley Corral Reservoir, Ringdahl Reservoir, and Catamount Reservoir distributed across the terrain to support livestock or local ranching operations. The mapping of Drill Holes and several springs, including Moonshine Spring and Box Spring, suggests a focus on resource exploration and sustainable water sources in a region characterized by deep cuts like West Canyon and Middle Canyon. This survey captures the utilitarian nature of the land, where Jeep Trails provide the primary access through the Big Hollow and over the various rims.