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2011 Map of Molina

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Molina
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

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Plateau Valley agriculture and ranching define this high-country landscape on the western slope, where the small community of Molina serves as a central point for surrounding mesa-top settlements. The 2011 survey reveals an intricate network of irrigation and water management essential to the region, including the Mormon Mesa Ditch, South Side Canal, and several reservoirs such as Jerry Creek Number 1 Reservoir.

Genealogists and local historians can find a wealth of specific family landmarks throughout the quadrangle, with multiple homesteads identified by name, such as the Tanner Homestead, Taylor Homestead, and McKenny Homestead. The distribution of civic life is marked by the presence of several country schools, including Bull Creek School, Georgia Mesa School, and Mormon Mesa School, documenting the historic social structure of these upland mesas. The topography is varied, rising from the valley floor up toward Place Mesa, Georgia Mesa, and the prominent Dinkle Hill.