1979 Map of Fish Springs

About this map

The Fish Springs National Wildlife Refuge stands as a vital desert oasis on this 1979 survey, its numerous pools like Curlew Pool and Mallard Pool providing a stark contrast to the surrounding Great Salt Lake Desert. To the north, the expanse of the Dugway Proving Ground occupies a significant portion of the landscape, while the western edge is defined by the high elevations of the Deep Creek Range and Ibapah Peak. The settlement pattern follows the precarious water sources of the Snake Valley, including the small communities of Callao and Partoun, and the historic Boyd Station. Mining activity is scattered across the various ranges, with operations such as the Eagles Nest Mine and Oro del Rey Mine tucked into the canyons. The map effectively captures the intersection of federal military and conservation land use alongside remote agricultural and mining life.