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1964 Map of Red Breaks

Name: 1964 Topographic Map of Red Breaks
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1966
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1966

About this map

The Escalante River winds through the northern portion of this canyon country, joined by the deeply incised The Gulch and Death Hollow. This mid-1960s survey captures a landscape defined by dramatic shifts in elevation, from the high plateaus of Big Spencer Flats to the intricate sandstone formations of the Red Breaks. The geography suggests a difficult environment for travel, relying on the Old Sheffield Road (Jeep) and various unnamed Jeep Trails to navigate the high benches.

South of the river, Harris Wash cuts a wide path across the lower portion of the map, revealing a drainage system that includes several marked Springs. These water sources were critical for anyone traversing the arid terrain between landmarks like Brigham Tea Bench and the prominent Natural Arch. The presence of features such as Allen Dump reflects the specific history of land use and navigation in this corner of Garfield County.