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2017 Map of Mud Lake Reservoir

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Mud Lake Reservoir
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Snake Valley occupies the heart of this high-desert landscape in Juab County, where the sparse topography is defined by seasonal watercourses and historic transportation routes. The eponymous Mud Lake Reservoir sits as a primary landmark in the southern portion of the quadrangle, serving as a critical water source in an otherwise arid environment. This 2017 survey details the drainage patterns of Indian Farm Cr, Toms Cr, and Red Cedar Cr as they descend from higher elevations toward the valley floor.

Local history and modern transit converge along the northern edge of the map where the historic Pony Express Rd cuts across the terrain. This route, alongside the Weis Hwy and Granite Ranch Rd, illustrates the persistent reliance on established corridors for crossing the Great Basin. The map provides a clear look at the township and range system, showing the surveyed sections that organize this remote stretch of Utah.