2011 Map of Old Woman Plateau

About this map

Old Woman Plateau dominates this high-altitude landscape in Sevier County, where a complex network of seasonal drainages and springs defines the land use and accessibility. The presence of Saleratus Reservoir and Saleratus Creek indicates a long-standing reliance on water management for ranching and resource extraction in this arid region. The lower elevations are marked by the courses of Ivie Creek and Coal Mine Creek, which parallel the modern highway corridor, suggesting the historical importance of these natural paths for travel and industry. From the isolated Mud Spring in the north to Horseshoe Hollow in the southwest, the map traces the intersection of Forest Service routes like F S 013 with a rugged topography of hollows and plateaus that has shaped Sevier County's development into the early 21st century.