1969 Map of Riverdale

About this map

The Bear River winds through the heart of Franklin County in this late 1960s survey, carving through the dramatic Oneida Narrows before opening into a valley defined by significant water management. The small settlement of Riverdale serves as a central point for the surrounding agricultural landscape, connected to the wider region by the Riverdale Preston Road. The reliance on irrigation and water storage is evident in the numerous reservoirs dotting the terrain, including Treasureton Reservoir in the north and Glendale Reservoir to the south. These artificial water bodies, alongside smaller features like Condie Res and Winder Reservoir, illustrate how the natural drainages of Mink Creek and Sant Creek were harnessed for the local community. For the researcher, the map documents the infrastructure of the era, from the Dam and Gaging Station on the river to the Campground and Boat Ramp that mark the growing recreational utility of the local reservoirs.