1959 Map of Moab

About this map

The town of Moab is depicted at a critical moment in the late 1950s, serving as a hub for both the budding uranium industry and regional tourism. The map detail reflects this dual identity, showing the Ore Reduction Plant and Shinarump Mines alongside the early boundaries of Arches National Monument. Significant geological landmarks such as Balanced Rock, The Windows Section, and Delicate Arch highlight the red rock landscape, while historical markers like the Elk Mtn Mission Historical Mon and ancient Cliff Dwellings or Petroglyphs near the Colorado River speak to the deep human history of the canyonlands.