1969 Map of Thatcher Hill

About this map

The Portneuf Range and Bear River dominate this 1969 landscape where the high mountain slopes meet the agricultural basins of Gem Valley and Gentile Valley. This survey captures the rural infrastructure of the period, notably the Gentile Valley Canal winding through the lowlands to support the region's ranching and farming operations. The small settlement of Thatcher serves as a focal point for local history, centered around the Thatcher Ch and the Thatcher Cem located just west of the river. The terrain is defined by a series of drainages, including Densmore Creek, Smith Creek, and Burton Creek, which flow toward the central valley floor. High-elevation landmarks like Thatcher Hill and the headwaters at Mine Hollow provide clear markers for researchers tracing family property lines or historic grazing routes at the intersection of Caribou, Franklin, and Bannock counties.