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2001 Map of Rex Reservoir

Name: 2001 Topographic Map of Rex Reservoir
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2003
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2003

About this map

Fishlake National Forest dominates this landscape on the Salt Lake Meridian, revealing a high-altitude territory defined by a complex network of springs and named flats. The central topography is anchored by Rex Reservoir, which collects drainage from seasonal flows like Lost Creek and Sweet Water Creek. These water sources were vital for grazing and land management in this part of Sevier County, as evidenced by the numerous named meadows and flats including Scorups Meadows, Blue Jay Flat, and Smithli Flat.

Remote landmarks such as Purgatory and Dipping Vat Draw speak to the heritage of livestock ranching and the challenges of the terrain. The map records several named water points critical for local history research, from Josiah Springs in the north to Kasov Spring in the south. The transition from the high plateau at Flat Top down to the Coonah Bench illustrates the geological descent toward the valley floors.