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2014 Map of Floating Island

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Floating Island
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Silver Island Mountains dominate this arid landscape, rising sharply from the flats of the Great Salt Lake Desert. The topography is defined by high points like Cobb Peak and the geological indentation of Silver Island Canyon. In the southern portion of the sheet, the namesake Floating Island stands as an isolated landform, accessible by the aptly named Floating Island Rd.

A notable modern feature is the International Racetrack Overrun found at the edge of the desert floor, indicating the area's specialized use for high-speed trials. Access into the more complex terrain of the range is indicated by Donner Canyon Rd, which cuts through the northwestern slopes of Silver Island. The map illustrates the stark contrast between the vast desert flats and the steep, rugged contours of the interior peaks.