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2017 Map of Coyote Springs

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

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Old River Bed anchors this landscape in the eastern Great Basin, marking the path of a prehistoric waterway that once connected ancient Lake Bonneville to its northern reaches. To the east, the rugged slopes of the Simpson Mountains dominate the horizon, giving rise to numerous ephemeral drainages like Footes Canyon and Lost Canyon. Along the desert floor, rare water sources such as Coyote Springs, Burnt Springs, and Sixmile Springs have historically served as vital waypoints in this arid environment.

The map reveals a network of remote desert routes, including the Simpson Springs-Callao Rd and the Simpson Springs-Death Canyon Rd, which navigate the complex terrain. Notable geological features like Cup Butte, Warehouse Rock, and the Slow Elk Hills provide distinct landmarks for navigators and geologists alike. The boundary between Tooele Co and Juab Co cuts through the southern portion of the quadrangle, illustrating the political divisions of this sparsely populated wilderness.