1958 Map of Orderville

About this map

Orderville and the neighboring settlements of Glendale and Mt Carmel anchor the southern reach of the Long Valley in this 1950s survey. The landscape is defined by the East Fork Virgin River, which carves a narrow corridor of human habitation between the high, timbered heights of the Dixie National Forest and the White Cliffs. Local education and community life are marked by the presence of the Valley Sch and a local Cem near the riverbanks. High-elevation landmarks such as Strawberry Point and Pine Knoll overlook a labyrinth of drainage systems including Orderville Gulch and Lydias Canyon. Remote water sources like Hidden Lake and several springs, including Trough Spr and Chokecherry Spr, suggest the vital importance of water management for livestock and homesteading in the Kane County backcountry.