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2017 Map of Willard

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Willard
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The dramatic transition from the high peaks of the Cache National Forest to the marshy lowlands of the Great Salt Lake defines this portion of Box Elder County. Following the base of the mountains, the communities of Perry, Willard, and South Willard are tightly clustered along the corridor between the steep canyons and the vast Willard Bay Reservoir. This settlement pattern reflects the necessity of staying near mountain runoff, such as Willard Cr and Threemile Cr, while avoiding the saline flats and sloughs further west.

Local family history is centered on several burial grounds, including the Willard Pioneer Cem and the Perry Cem. The map illustrates a complex water management system essential for agriculture in this arid climate, featuring the Perry Canal and Black Slough. Landmarks like White Rock stand out against the backdrop of the numerous named drainages, such as Mathias Canyon and Pearsons Canyon, that segment the eastern range.