1993 Map of East of Goshute Wash

About this map

The Dugway Proving Ground dominates the landscape of this portion of Tooele County, reflecting the specialized military and geographic character of the West Desert in the early 1990s. The terrain is defined almost exclusively by the expansive Mud Flat, a feature that characterizes the Great Salt Lake Desert's southern reaches. This specific sheet captures the intersection of vast natural alkaline basins and the restricted boundaries of a major federal defense installation. Mapping revisions completed in 1995 from 1993 imagery ensure the precise delineation of the transition between the basin floor and the military reservation. The lack of traditional settlements or infrastructure highlights the isolation of this salt crust environment, where topographic variations are minimal and the land use is dedicated to large-scale military testing and research.