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1956 Map of St. George SW
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1956 Map of St. George SW

USGS Topo · Published 1956

About this map

The Virgin River and Santa Clara River converge in this mid-1950s survey of the high desert along the Utah-Arizona border. The settlement of Atkinsville sits near the Atkinsville Wash, while the northern portion of the map is dominated by the Shivwits Indian Reservation. Significant hydraulic engineering is evident through the Santa Clara Canal and St. George Canal, which parallel the riverbanks to support agriculture in this arid landscape. The terrain is defined by dramatic elevation changes, moving from the First Narrows of the Virgin River to prominent overlooks like Shivwits Point and West Mountain. Notable cattle or ranching landmarks such as Blakes Laming Ground and the distinct depressions of Big Round Valley and Little Round Valley provide insight into the land use of Washington County during this era.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1956
Date Published1956
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.9 x 26.9 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain