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1979 Map of Santaquin

Name: 1979 Topographic Map of Santaquin
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1984
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1984

About this map

Santaquin and the surrounding agricultural valleys of Goshen Valley and Juab Valley are the central focus of this late 1970s topographic study. The landscape is defined by the transition from the irrigated basin floors, serviced by the Strawberry Highline Canal, to the steep elevations of the Uinta National Forest and Bald Mountain. The presence of several mines and prospects along the eastern slopes of Santaquin Canyon and Pole Canyon points to a history of mineral exploration in the region.

Transportation infrastructure plays a significant role in the area's development, with both the Union Pacific and Denver and Rio Grande Western railroads traversing the valleys. Smaller settlements like Genola and Townsend sit alongside established landmarks such as Memorial Park and the Trumbolt Picnic Area. To the southwest, the Mona Reservoir serves as a major water feature near the border with Juab County, while the northern reaches include the isolated Goshen Hill and the unique geothermal landmark of Warm Springs.