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1979 Map of Nebo Basin

Name: 1979 Topographic Map of Nebo Basin
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1985
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

Uinta National Forest lands dominate this late-1970s landscape, centered on the high ridges and deep basins of the southern Wasatch Range. The drainage systems of Nebo Creek and Salt Creek define the vertical relief, with the Nebo Loop Road providing access to recreational sites like the Bear Canyon Picnic Area and Cottonwood Campground. A striking geological feature, the Devils Kitchen, stands out within the forest, showcasing the distinct erosion patterns of the area's red rock.

The map reveals a network of pack trails and forest roads connecting high-altitude grazing areas such as Red Rock Pasture and Upper Pasture. Topographical landmarks including North Peak and Mahogany Hill rise above named depressions like Hell Hole Basin and South Basin. The presence of Salamander Lake and numerous named springs, such as Beer Bottle Spring, highlights the critical water sources that supported livestock and forest management across the Juab Co and Utah Co border.