1965 Map of Mountain Home

About this map

Mountain Home sits at the southeastern edge of this mid-1960s landscape, serving as a localized hub within the expansive Uintah and Ouray Indian Reservation. The geography is defined by a sophisticated network of irrigation infrastructure, including the Farnsworth Canal, Reservation Canal, and various laterals designed to manage water across the arid high-desert terrain. These man-made channels cut across the natural drainage of Pigeon Water Creek and Big Hollow, illustrating the intense effort to reclaim and cultivate Towanta Flat. To the west, the terrain rises toward prominent landmarks like Bald Knoll and Twin Knolls, while the Lake Fork River carves a green corridor through the northeast. This survey provides an essential look at the intersection of tribal land management and the technical water engineering required for settlement in Duchesne County.