2017 Map of Lowe Peak

About this map

The Utah Metal Company Tunnel serves as a prominent reminder of the industrial legacy that shaped this high-elevation terrain where Tooele, Salt Lake, and Utah counties converge. This landscape is defined by a dense network of drainages and passes, most notably Butterfield Canyon and Middle Canyon, which historically provided vital transit routes through the Oquirrh Mountains. The presence of numerous named water sources such as Rattlesnake Spring, Cottonwood Spring, and Pollywog Spring suggests the importance of reliable water in this complex environment of steep ridges and deep gulches. Landforms like White Pine Flat and Sheep Ridge illustrate the diverse topography that challenged early surveyors and miners alike. Cultural imprints are visible in the naming of secondary forks and hollows, including Monkins Hollow and Farmers Flat, which likely reflect early local land use and family connections to the high-country landscape.