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1954 Map of Mt. Ellen 1 SW, 1956 Print
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1954 Map of Mt. Ellen 1 SW

USGS Topo · Published 1956

About this map

Hanksville stands at the northern edge of this arid landscape, situated near the confluence of the Fremont Riv and Bull Creek. Mapped in 1954, the terrain is defined by the expansive erosion patterns of the San Rafael Desert and the rising elevations of the Pinto Hills. Transportation into the back-country is marked by the Sawmill Basin Road and various rugged Jeep Trails, which provided essential access for livestock and mineral exploration during the mid-century period. Notable water management features like Step Reservoir and Beef Hollow Reservoir indicate the vital importance of capturing runoff in this high-desert environment. The presence of a Landing strip near the settlement and a remote Quarry to the south reflects the region's historical reliance on both aviation and small-scale resource extraction.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1954
Date Published1956
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain