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1988 Map of Hunt Draw

Name: 1988 Topographic Map of Hunt Draw
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1988
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1988

About this map

San Rafael Reef and the North Caineville Reef dominate this desert landscape where the borders of Emery and Wayne counties meet. The complex topography is defined by the winding course of Muddy Creek, which cuts through the dramatic geological upturns of the Moroni Slopes. The area is characterized by vast, unnamed spaces interspersed with regional identifiers like Keesle Country and Sinbad Country, reflecting the isolated nature of the Utah backcountry in the late 20th century.

Industrial activity is sparsely represented by scattered adits near the reef, suggesting exploratory mining efforts in this remote canyon system. Navigational landmarks such as The Chute, Segers Hole, and the naturally occurring Cistern provide crucial points of orientation in a region of extreme vertical relief. This 1988 provisional survey serves as a precise record of the drainage patterns and landforms before modern digital mapping, documenting traditional place names like Johns Hole and Chimney Canyon.