2023 Map of Mussentuchit Flat

About this map

Mussentuchit Flat and the surrounding high desert of Emery County define this landscape of scattered water catchments and isolated peaks. This modern survey shows a terrain engineered for livestock and transit through an arid environment, characterized by numerous small-scale water features like Blue Flat Reservoir, Wests Reservoir, and Sand Rock Reservoir. Named springs, including North Willow Springs and Ant Spring, indicate the critical role of surface water in these uplands. Distinctive topographic landmarks rise above the plateau, from the prominent Deadman Peak and Hebes Mtn to the southern reach of Cedar Mtn. The presence of roads like the Lower Last Chance Loop and various county routes suggests the continued use of this territory for ranching and resource management.