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1950 Map of Stillwater

Name: 1950 Topographic Map of Stillwater
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1955
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1955

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Carson Sink and its surrounding alkali flats dominate the northern expanse of this 1950s terrain study, revealing a complex hydrological landscape managed for both agriculture and conservation. The Fallon Indian Reservation occupies the southwestern portion, featuring the Fallon Indian Sub-Agency, a local Cem, and a network of irrigation works like the Stillwater Irrigation Canal.

A sophisticated system of man-made drainage, including the Vencil Drain and Mussi Drain, channels water through the valley toward the Stillwater Wildlife Management Area. This reliance on controlled water is evident in the cluster of small lakes such as Papoose Lake and Big Indian Lake, alongside recreational and commercial sites like the Canvasback Gun Club and Millers Landing. The settlement of Stillwater sits at the heart of this network, supported by the Stillwater Sch and connected by the primary Stillwater Road.