The Union Pacific railroad corridor serves as a spine through this landscape where the suburban expansion of Spanish Fork and Payson meets the steep foothills of the Wasatch Range. The transition from the valley floor to the high peaks is marked by intricate irrigation systems including the Strawberry Highline Canal and the Salem Canal, reflecting the area's agricultural foundations. Notable topographic landmarks such as Mollies Nipple and Tithing Mtn rise above the residential developments of Elk Ridge and Woodland Hills. Genealogists will find four distinct burial sites including the Spanish Fork City Cem and the Benjamin Cem. The map also captures the interface of private development and public land along the boundary of the Uinta National Forest, showcasing the geography of Utah County at a moment of significant regional growth.
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1885 · Salt Lake
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1885 · Manti
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1895 · Manti
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1948 · Spanish Fork
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1948 · Springville
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1948 · Provo
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1949 · Provo
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1949 · Spanish Fork Peak
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1950 · Provo
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1950 · Springville
USGS Topo · 1:24,000