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2017 Map of Farnsworth Peak

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

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Farnsworth Peak dominates the high ground of the Oquirrh Mountains, looking out over the southeastern shores of the Great Salt Lake. This 2017 survey details the industrial and geographic transition where the mountain range meets the salt flats and water. Along the northern shoreline, recreation and landmarks like Silver Sands Beach, Sunset Beach, and the iconic Black Rock stand near the transit corridors of Garfield Junction and Lake Point Junction.

The rugged eastern slopes are defined by a complex network of canyons and hollows, including Coon Canyon and Lewis Canyon, which provide drainage via Coon Cr. Named features like Soldier Bench, Rosebud Flat, and the curiously named Knee Weakener peak reflect a long history of local naming conventions in the high desert terrain. The industrial footprint of Garfield and Arthur is visible at the mountain base, marking the area's significance for regional transport and mining operations.