1958 Map of Milford

About this map

Mining operations and the Union Pacific railroad define the high-desert landscape of Milford in the late 1950s. The town serves as a hub for the surrounding Rocky Range and Star Range, where numerous active and historical extraction sites are located. Prominent among these are the Montreal Mine, Old Hickory Mine, and the Harrington-Hickory Mine to the southwest. The presence of the Milford Municipal Airport and the Fairground indicates the town's role as a regional center, while the Beaver River and drainage features like The Big Wash highlight the critical role of water in the Escalante Desert. Historical evidence of previous infrastructure is preserved via the Old Railroad Grade winding through the hills, and the former settlement at Blueacre suggests shifting patterns of human activity in this arid environment.