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1962 Map of Wellsville

Name: 1962 Topographic Map of Wellsville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1986
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

The Cache Valley floor meets the steep slopes of the Wasatch Cache National Forest in this topographic survey, which highlights the sophisticated water management systems essential to northern Utah's agriculture. The Little Bear River winds through the center of the sheet, feeding into the Hyrum Reservoir State Recreation Area at the southeastern corner. Critical irrigation infrastructure is meticulously charted, including the Wellsville Mendon Upper Canal and the Wellsville Mendon Lower Canal, which follow the contours of the benchland to support the settlements of Wellsville and Mendon.

Cultural landmarks of the mid-20th century are well-documented, from the College Ward settlement to the Pacific Union rail corridor. The map reveals the intricate drainage patterns of the valley, featuring Hyrum Slough, Spring Creek, and Pelican Pond. Along the mountain front, numerous drainages like Shumway Canyon and Deep Canyon discharge into the valley, illustrating the geologic transition from the high peaks to the fertile basin floor.