1958 Map of Melba

About this map

The agrarian landscape of the Upper Deer Flat region is defined by an intricate network of irrigation, captured here during the mid-20th century. The Union Pacific Railroad serves as a primary north-south spine, connecting rural outposts like Bowmont and Westma to the larger rail economy. This survey documents the intersection of irrigation engineering and geology, where man-made features like the Mora Canal, Siphon, and various flumes navigate around prominent volcanic elevations including Hat Butte and Mc Elroy Butte.