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2010 Map of Mount Carmel

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Mount Carmel
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

The East Fork Virgin River carves through the southern Utah landscape, anchoring the settlements of Mount Carmel and Mount Carmel Junction. This 2010 survey illustrates a transition from the narrow confines of Long Valley into a region of formidable geological formations. To the east, the Elkheart Cliffs and White Cliffs rise sharply above the plateau, while landmarks like Dianas Throne and Sugar Knoll provide distinct vertical orientation.

Land use and historical traces are evident in the proximity of Foot Ranch to the river and the Mount Carmel Cemetery near the northern border. The map details an intricate drainage network including Muddy Creek, Sand Wash, and Lower Sand Wash, which have sculpted deep incisions such as Yellowjacket Canyon and Sethys Canyon. These features, alongside the expansive The Sand Hills, reveal a topography shaped by water even in an arid climate, accessible via routes like County Hwy 43.