1979 Map of Fish Springs

About this map

Fish Springs National Wildlife Refuge serves as a critical oasis within the arid expanse of the West Desert, featuring a series of managed pools such as Ibis Pool, Mallard Pool, and Pintail Pool. This 1979 survey highlights the isolation of settlements like Callao and Partoun, which are connected by a network of unimproved roads and the Goshute Indian Reservation Trail. The landscape is dominated by north-south mountain ranges, including the Deep Creek Range to the west and the Thomas Range to the east, home to Topaz Mountain. Economic activity is evidenced by numerous mining sites such as the Emma Mine, Utah Mine, and Rainbow Mines, while the northern portion is occupied by the expansive Dugway Proving Ground. The geography illustrates a complex system of internal drainage basins like Snake Valley and Tule Valley that define this part of the Great Basin.