1970s Maps of Tooele County, Utah

Explore 87 historic maps of Tooele County from the 1970s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1970s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

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Tooele County, UT maps

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  1. 1970 Map of Crater Island, 1972 Print
    1970 Map of Crater Island, 1972 Print
    1970 Crater Island
    1972 Print · USGS
    The Great Salt Lake Desert in the early 1970s reveals a harsh landscape of salt flats and isolated peaks. Historians can trace the legendary Donner-Reed Trail as it crosses through Donner-Reed Pass near the Crater Island Mountains.

  2. 1971 Map of Vernon NE, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Vernon NE, 1974 Print
    1971 Vernon NE
    1974 Print · USGS
    Tooele County's high-desert landscape is captured here in the early seventies, centered on the historic Rush Valley. Researchers can locate the Site of Rush Valley Pony Express Station or trace the Union Pacific line as it skirts the Vernon Hills.

  3. 1971 Map of Faust, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Faust, 1974 Print
    1971 Faust
    1974 Print · USGS
    Rush Valley in the early seventies preserves the path of the Old West alongside modern rail infrastructure. Trace the historic route of the Pony Express Road past the Pony Express Station and the Union Pacific line near Faust.

  4. 1971 Map of Erickson Knoll, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Erickson Knoll, 1974 Print
    1971 Erickson Knoll
    1974 Print · USGS
    The Sheeprock Mountains and the Tooele-Juab county line are captured here in the early 1970s, showing a remote landscape of mining and ranching. Genealogists and researchers can trace family-named sites like Wright Ranch and the historical Utah Mine.

  5. 1971 Map of Silver Island Pass, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Silver Island Pass, 1974 Print
    1971 Silver Island Pass
    1974 Print · USGS
    Tooele County’s high desert landscape is frozen in time during the early seventies, showcasing the stark boundary between salt flats and mountains. Researchers can trace the path through Silver Island Pass or locate remote water sources like Springs and the lonely Jeep Trail.

  6. 1971 Map of Onaqui Mts South, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Onaqui Mts South, 1974 Print
    1971 Onaqui Mts South
    1974 Print · USGS
    In the early 1970s, this section of Tooele County shows the intersection of historic western trails and modern infrastructure. Genealogists and historians can trace the Pony Express Road past Little Mountain and locate remote water sources like Hellhole Spring.

  7. 1971 Map of Miners Canyon, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Miners Canyon, 1974 Print
    1971 Miners Canyon
    1974 Print · USGS
    The Nevada and Utah borderlands at the start of the 1970s reveal a landscape of high desert springs and mountain trails. Researchers can trace the path of the Aqueduct through the foothills or locate remote landmarks like Window Rock, Miners Spring, and Halls Meadow.
    2 unique versions available

  8. 1971 Map of Vernon, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Vernon, 1974 Print
    1971 Vernon
    1974 Print · USGS
    Ranching and federal land management define this portion of Tooele County during the early seventies. Genealogists and historians can locate Vernon Cem, the historical Benmore (Site), and the unique Chief Green Jacket Grave.

  9. 1971 Map of Lookout Pass, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Lookout Pass, 1974 Print
    1971 Lookout Pass
    1974 Print · USGS
    In the early 1970s, this portion of Tooele County remained a rugged landscape defined by the historic path of the Pony Express Road. Historians can trace the Site of Lookout Pass Pony Express Station and find remote landmarks like Stepladder Trough and Lion Hill.

  10. 1971 Map of Lofgreen, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Lofgreen, 1974 Print
    1971 Lofgreen
    1974 Print · USGS
    Rush Valley and the settlement of Lofgreen are captured here in the early 1970s, during an era when the railroad and ranching still dictated the pace of life. Researchers can trace the Union Pacific route and locate specific landmarks like the Water Tank and Scranton Well.

  11. 1971 Map of Leppy Peak, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Leppy Peak, 1974 Print
    1971 Leppy Peak
    1974 Print · USGS
    The Nevada-Utah borderlands at the start of the 1970s showcase a high-desert landscape defined by the Leppy Hills and remote caves. Geologists and local historians can trace the topography of Danger Cave State Park, Leppy Pass, and several Jeep Trails through the sand dunes.
    2 unique versions available

  12. 1971 Map of Graham Peak, 1974 Print
    1971 Map of Graham Peak, 1974 Print
    1971 Graham Peak
    1974 Print · USGS
    The Silver Island Mountains rose above the salt flats in the early 1970s, marking a transition between the desert floor and high peaks. Researchers can locate scattered Ruins, various Mines, and several Caves tucked away in Donner Canyon.

  13. 1971 Map of Tetzlaff Peak, 1977 Print
    1971 Map of Tetzlaff Peak, 1977 Print
    1971 Tetzlaff Peak
    1977 Print · USGS
    The Silver Island Mountains meet the legendary speedways of Tooele County in the early seventies. Trace the foundations of the International Bonneville Hot Rod Racetrack and the ancient site at Danger Cave State Park.

  14. 1971 Map of Bonneville Racetrack, 1977 Print
    1971 Map of Bonneville Racetrack, 1977 Print
    1971 Bonneville Racetrack
    1977 Print · USGS
    Tooele County in the early seventies is defined by the stark expanse of the Bonneville Salt Flats. Racing enthusiasts and historians can trace the exact layout of the International Racetrack Hot Rod Track alongside a remote Landing Strip and Brine Test Wells.

  15. 1972 Map of Plug Peak NE, 1973 Print
    1972 Map of Plug Peak NE, 1973 Print
    1972 Plug Peak NE
    1973 Print · USGS
    The waters of the Great Salt Lake and the western edge of Antelope Island are captured in this early seventies orthophoto survey. Genealogists and researchers can trace the submerged Davis Co and Tooele Co county line across the lake floor.

  16. 1972 Map of Antelope Island South, 1974 Print
    1972 Map of Antelope Island South, 1974 Print
    1972 Antelope Island South
    1974 Print · USGS
    The southern shore of the Great Salt Lake in the early seventies shows a landscape shaped by salt production and recreation. Trace the footprint of the Saltair Resort (Site) and follow the Salt Lake Garfield and Western line across the mud flats.
    2 unique versions available

  17. 1972 Map of Mills Junction, 1974 Print
    1972 Map of Mills Junction, 1974 Print
    1972 Mills Junction
    1974 Print · USGS
    Tooele Valley sits at a crossroads of salt extraction and suburban emergence in the early seventies. Genealogists and historians can trace family roots at Lake Point Cem or explore early landmarks like Adobe Rock Historical Marker and Mills Junction.
    2 unique versions available

  18. 1972 Map of Burmester, 1974 Print
    1972 Map of Burmester, 1974 Print
    1972 Burmester
    1974 Print · USGS
    Tooele Valley meets the salt flats in the early 1970s, showcasing a landscape of rail transport and industrial salt works. Genealogists and historians can trace the Western Pacific corridor and find local landmarks like Burmester, Warm Springs, and Blue Lakes.

  19. 1972 Map of Farnsworth Peak, 1974 Print
    1972 Map of Farnsworth Peak, 1974 Print
    1972 Farnsworth Peak
    1974 Print · USGS
    The industrial shoreline of the Salt Lake Valley meets the high Oquirrh peaks in the early seventies, capturing a landscape of massive mines and vital rail corridors. Researchers can trace the legacy of the Garfield townsite, the sprawling tailings ponds, and the operations at Arthur and Lake Point.
    4 unique versions available

  20. 1972 Map of Ferguson Flat, 1975 Print
    1972 Map of Ferguson Flat, 1975 Print
    1972 Ferguson Flat
    1975 Print · USGS
    The Nevada-Utah borderlands in the early seventies reveal a desert landscape defined by military ranges and mining prospects. Trace historical land use through Lead Mine Hills, the Wendover Air Force Range, and local Ruins.

  21. 1972 Map of Utah Peak, 1975 Print
    1972 Map of Utah Peak, 1975 Print
    1972 Utah Peak
    1975 Print · USGS
    The Nevada and Utah borderlands are captured here in the early seventies, a landscape of mineral prospecting and high-desert ranching. Trace early energy exploration and livestock management through Well No 1 (Oil), Jerry Well, and a Corral set among the Ferber Hills.

  22. 1972 Map of Goshute Canyon, 1975 Print
    1972 Map of Goshute Canyon, 1975 Print
    1972 Goshute Canyon
    1975 Print · USGS
    The Deep Creek Range in the early 1970s reveals a landscape defined by mining history and early western transit routes. You can trace the Pony Express and Overland Stage Route and locate high-altitude workings like the Eagles Nest Mine and Oro del Rey Mine.
    3 unique versions available

  23. 1972 Map of Goshute, 1975 Print
    1972 Map of Goshute, 1975 Print
    1972 Goshute
    1975 Print · USGS
    The High Desert borderlands of Tooele and Juab counties are captured here in the early 1970s, focused on the Goshute Indian Reservation. Genealogists and researchers can trace remote landmarks like the Cem and Skinner Springs among the vast network of Jeep Trails.
    3 unique versions available

  24. 1972 Map of Elephant Knoll, 1975 Print
    1972 Map of Elephant Knoll, 1975 Print
    1972 Elephant Knoll
    1975 Print · USGS
    Tooele County's high desert landscape comes into focus during the early seventies, showing a world of isolated ranching and rail history. Trace the Old RR Grade and find remote landmarks like Last Chance Ranch or the distinctive Rock Window.
    2 unique versions available

  25. 1972 Map of Wendover, 1977 Print
    1972 Map of Wendover, 1977 Print
    1972 Wendover
    1977 Print · USGS
    Wendover and the surrounding desert landscape are captured here in the early seventies as a primary node for military testing and transit. Researchers can trace the massive Wendover Air Force Auxiliary Field, the historic Western Pacific rail line, and sites like Danger Cave State Park.

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