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1972 Map of Fourmile Flat, 1975 Print
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1972 Map of Fourmile Flat

USGS Topo · Published 1975

About this map

Fourmile Flat (Alkali) and the Salt Wells Basin dominate this high-desert topography, where the arid landscape reveals a history of early western transit. A notable Historical Marker (Site of Sand Springs Pony Express Station) identifies the location of a vital stop on the mid-19th-century mail route, situated near the Sand Springs water source. The map captures a mix of transit and industry, featuring a stretch of Highway 50 cutting through the alkaline flats and various Borrow Pits and Prospects at the base of the Stillwater Range. Isolated landmarks like a solitary Grave and Ruins suggest the difficult living conditions of previous eras. Water management is evident through the Tunnel Spring Windmill and Sand Mountain Windmill, providing essential resources for cattle or mining operations within the shifting Sand Dunes.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1972
Date Published1975
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain