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1980 Map of Smith Mesa

Name: 1980 Topographic Map of Smith Mesa
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1980
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1980

About this map

Smith Mesa dominates this 1980 survey, showing the dramatic transition between high plateau country and the Hurricane Cliffs in Washington County. The map details a landscape where traditional cattle ranching features like Lamareaux Tank and various springs exist alongside mid-century technical installations. Most notable is the specialized infrastructure on Hurricane Mesa, including a Landing Strip and a Test Track perched atop the flat-topped landform.

The northern edge of the sheet includes a portion of Zion National Park where Smith Creek and La Verkin Creek carve through the sandstone. To the west, the small settlement of Pintura sits at the base of Black Ridge, while the high country to the east rises toward the Lower Kolob Plateau and Red Butte. The presence of several Prospect labels and a Drill Hole suggests intermittent mineral exploration throughout these drainages.