1985 Map of Torrey

About this map

Torrey and Teasdale anchor this mid-1980s survey of southern Utah, where the high plateaus meet the intricate drainage systems of the Fremont River. The landscape is defined by the sharp transition between the timbered heights of the Fishlake National Forest to the north and the Dixie National Forest in the south. Between these forest boundaries, the terrain opens into the wide expanse of Poverty Flat and the Teasdale Bench, revealing the vital role of water management in this arid region through features like the Torrey Canal. The map captures a detailed topography of mesas and canyons, including Meeks Mesa and the sheer descent of Velvet Ridge. Farther south, high-altitude water sources like Coleman Reservoir and the Flatiron Lakes suggest the importance of seasonal grazing allotments and resource management in the high desert back-country.