1954 Map of Notom 1 SE

About this map

The Fremont River carves through this desert landscape of Wayne County, Utah, providing a vital source of water for the agricultural works of the mid-1950s. The presence of the Caineville Ditch illustrates the early efforts to redirect river water for local irrigation, supporting life at the base of the massive North Caineville Mesa and South Caineville Mesa. These flat-topped landmarks dominate the eastern horizon, while a network of seasonal drainages such as North Blue Flats Wash, Dry Wash, and Sandy Creek define the complex erosion patterns across the basin. Near the southern edge, the convergence of Pleasant Creek with the river highlights the geographic features that guided early routes through this remote territory during the 1950s.