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2011 Map of Porterville

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Porterville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Porterville sits at the confluence of several vital watercourses, where East Canyon Creek meets the drainages flowing from the surrounding peaks of Morgan County. The settlement pattern is defined by the canyon floors, with S Morgan Valley Dr and Hardscrabble Rd providing the primary access through this complex drainage network. The Richville Diversion Dam in the north suggests the importance of water management for the valley, while the Porterville Cemetery serves as a central landmark for local family history.

Deeply etched drainages like Hardscrabble Creek, Woods Creek, and Shingle Mill Creek carve through a landscape of named landmarks, including The Narrows and Mahogany Ridge. From the high reaches of Lake Canyon to the eastern depths of Beaver Canyon, this 2011 survey documents the intricate topography of the Wasatch Back. Small hollows and forks, such as Tom Adams Hollow and Arthurs Fork, carry the names of early inhabitants, providing valuable touchpoints for genealogists and researchers tracing the heritage of this rural Utah corridor.