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1947 Map of Sheridan Mountain

Name: 1947 Topographic Map of Sheridan Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1965
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1965

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Prescott National Forest dominates the high-elevation landscape of this 1940s survey, where steep drainages like Brockmonte Canyon and Moonshine Canyon carve through a series of expansive plateaus. The topography is defined by the massive profiles of Sycamore Mesa, Cedar Mesa, and South Mesa, creating a isolated environment for the ranching outposts found along the valley floors.

Settlement patterns follow the seasonal water sources, with isolated locations such as Spider Ranch, Bar U Bar Ranch, and Muleshoe Ranch serving as focal points for regional activity. These remote sites, along with Yolo Cabin and Fair Oaks, represent the persistent cattle-ranching heritage of the area. Significant landmarks like Sheridan Mountain and Castle Rock provide navigational anchors for researchers tracing the historical trails and water rights associated with Sycamore Creek and Kirkland Creek.