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1952 Map of Magna

Name: 1952 Topographic Map of Magna
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1987
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1987

About this map

Industrial and residential expansion defines this landscape on the eastern slopes of the Oquirrh Mountains. The massive Magna Mill and its associated Tailings Pond dominate the northwestern corner, representing the copper processing power of the era. This activity is supported by a complex rail network, including the Union Pacific and several branches of the Utah and Denver Rio Grande Western Railroad, with specific industrial lines like the Bacchus Spur serving local facilities.

Residential growth is visible in the settlements of Magna, Hunter, and Kearns, where schools such as Cyprus High Sch and Webster Sch serve established neighborhoods. The map reveals the critical water infrastructure of the Salt Lake Valley, featuring the Riter Canal and Jordan Canal. At the base of the foothills, local landmarks like the Pleasant Green Cem and the Duck and Fish Club provide glimpses into the community life of mid-century Utah.