1998 Map of Porterville

About this map

Porterville sits at the confluence of several mountain drainages, serving as a primary settlement point in this corner of the Wasatch National Forest. The landscape is defined by the winding course of East Canyon Creek and its many tributaries, such as Hardscrabble Creek and Beaver Creek. Human infrastructure is closely tied to these water sources, evidenced by the Richville Diversion Dam and a Gaging Station located near The Narrows. Local history and family ties are anchored at the Porterville Cem, while the historic Salt Lake Rd suggests early transportation routes through the steep terrain. Names like Joe Durrant Hollow and Tom Adams Hollow reflect the legacy of early settlers who carved out lives in the canyons of Mahogany Ridge and East Canyon.