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1973 Map of Floating Island

USGS Topo · Published 1977

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The Silver Island Mountains dominate this 1973 orthophoto survey, rising sharply from the surrounding white expanse of the Mud Flat. This specific landscape illustrates the stark geology of the Great Salt Lake Desert, where prominent peaks like Cobb Peak and the isolated mass of Floating Island appear as high-relief landmarks amidst a sea of sediment. This map captures a intersection of natural extremes and human utility, documenting scattered prospects along the mountain flanks and the southern edge of the International Racetrack Overrun. Navigating this environment at the time relied on a network of a Jeep Trail and pathways through Silver Island Canyon, reflecting the area's history of mineral exploration and high-speed automotive trials on the nearby salt flats.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1973
Date Published1977
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.9 x 26.6 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain