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1979 Map of Preston

Name: 1979 Topographic Map of Preston
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1979
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1979

About this map

The settlement of Preston serves as the focal point of this agricultural and desert landscape, situated where the White River Valley meets the lower slopes of the surrounding hills. This 1970s survey captures a community deeply tied to its water sources, with numerous named springs such as Preston Big Spring, Nicholas Spr, and Arnoldson Spr providing vital irrigation for the arid region. The network of reservoirs, including Blackjack Res and Lower Preston Res, along with several Corrals, indicates a landscape focused on ranching and livestock.

Evidence of earlier habitation or abandoned structures is noted near Cold Spring by a cluster of Ruins, offering a point of interest for local historians studying the evolution of White Pine County's rural outposts. The natural drainage patterns of White River, Jakes Wash, and Eph Creek define the local topography, while numerous Wells and several Gravel Pits highlight the local industrial needs of the era.