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1992 Map of Mathews Corner

Name: 1992 Topographic Map of Mathews Corner
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1992
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1992

About this map

Mathews Corner serves as a central point in this agricultural landscape of Franklin County, where an intricate network of irrigation infrastructure supports the region's productivity. The map details the vital role of water management through features like the Eltopia Branch Canal, the Cypress Drive Canal, and the Aqueduct. These systems, supported by the Ringold Pumping Plant and various other pumping stations, highlight the transformation of the arid terrain into a functional farming district.

Social and civic life is anchored by the Edwin Markham Sch and a local Community Center. To the west, the topography shifts dramatically where Parsons Canyon, Baxter Canyon, and Rankin Canyon carve into the landscape. This 1990s-era record also notes specialized infrastructure such as the Baxter Substation and a private Landing Strip, reflecting the modern logistical needs of this rural Washington community.