1980 Map of St. George

About this map

St George and its neighboring communities are positioned at the convergence of the Santa Clara River and the Virgin River during a period of significant regional coordination in the early 1980s. The landscape is defined by dramatic geologic shifts, from the towering Hurricane Cliffs to the red rock canyons of Snow Canyon State Park. This 1980 survey reveals the infrastructure of southwest Utah just as the area was maturing, showing established settlements like Santa Clara, Washington, and Hurricane alongside the vast tracts of Zion National Park and Dixie National Forest. The map documents the vital water management systems of the high desert, including the Quail Creek Reservoir and Gunlock Reservoir. Local industry and commerce are marked by features like the Apex Mine and the St George Municipal Airport, while small settlements such as Veyo and New Harmony provide a detailed look at the rural character of Washington County before modern expansion transformed the valley.