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2011 Map of Marysvale

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Marysvale
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Marysvale Valley is defined by the winding course of the Sevier River, which serves as the primary drainage through this part of Piute County. The town of Marysvale and the smaller settlement of Thompsonville are concentrated along the river corridor, supported by a network of early transport routes including Old Hwy 89 and the Thompsonville Rd. Local history is anchored by three distinct burial grounds: Murrays Cemetery, Mountain View Cemetery, and Dennis Cemetery, providing significant landmarks for genealogical research.

Industrial activity is evident in the surrounding uplands, particularly to the north and east where the Prospector Mine, Vca Mine, and Whitehorse Mine are located near Monroe Mountain Rd. These sites, along with the former community of Alunite at the southern edge of the map, reflect the region's reliance on mineral extraction. The landscape transitions from the river flats to higher elevations like the White Hills, with vital water sources such as Durkee Reservoir and Manning Creek supporting both ranching at Elbow Ranch and local wildlife at the Deer Study Plot.