2011 Map of Camels Back Ridge SW

About this map

Camels Back Ridge and Simpson Buttes define the arid landscape of this Tooele County quadrangle, where the physical geography reveals a history of ancient water systems. The winding path of the Old River Bed cuts through the desert floor, tracing the prehistoric course of the waters that once drained Lake Bonneville. Man-made imprints on this remote terrain are sparse but distinct, centered around the industrial and military infrastructure of the Tower Grid. Access to this high-desert environment is limited to unpaved tracks like Simpson Buttes Rd, which skirts the eastern formations. This 2011 survey captures the area's transition between natural geological features and the strategic utility of the Great Salt Lake Desert, providing a detailed look at the hydrology and relief of the Basin and Range province.