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2014 Map of Indian Peaks

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

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Skull Valley defines the central topography of this Great Basin landscape, where high-desert drainage systems like Lee Cr and Government Cr flow toward the lowlands. The southern reach of the map is dominated by the Simpson Mountains, culminating in the Indian Peaks, while the northern portion is anchored by Davis Mtn. This area serves as a transit corridor, most notably marked by the historic Pony Express Rd, which crosses the valley floor north of the James Ranch.

The eastern edge of the quadrangle touches the Wasatch National Forest near Rock Canyon, showing the transition from open range to more mountainous terrain. For those researching the hydraulic history of the region, the map documents critical water sources such as Winter Springs and Toms Spring. These isolated points of water and the network of access roads like Ericson Pass Rd reflect the enduring infrastructure required for ranching and travel in this arid portion of Tooele County.