2011 Map of Mercur

About this map

The mining history of the Oquirrh Mountains is etched into the landscape of this survey, centered on the historic settlement of Mercur. This high-altitude district is defined by deep canyons and gulches that once served as the backbone of local industry. Distinctive peaks such as Lewiston Peak and Flat Top Mountain overlook a complex network of industrial sites, including the Sacramento Mine, Geyser-Marion Mine, and the Golden Gate Mine. To the southeast, the settlements of Manning and Sunshine mark the lower reaches of the district, connected by historic thoroughfares like Manning Canyon Rd and Sunshine Canyon Rd. The map documents a rugged interior of named landforms such as Sacramento Gulch, Eagle Hill, and Silveropolis Hill, reflecting a century of mineral extraction and the movement of workers between the mountain camps and the valley floors. Water features like Mercur Creek and Ophir Creek provide the only breaks in the arid mountain terrain.