2011 Map of Salt Wells

About this map

Hansel Mountains define the central topography of this northern Utah landscape, casting a rain shadow over the arid basins below. The drainage network is dominated by the ephemeral Hansel Valley Wash, which courses through Hansel Valley toward the low-lying Salt Wells Flat. This area is characterized by its stark, open terrain and specialized hydrology, where the namesake Salt Wells provide a critical water source in a region otherwise dominated by salt flats and sagebrush. The transportation network consists of a sparse grid of rural routes, including Salt Wells Rd and the phonetic variant Hancel Mountain Rd, which provide access to the expansive Sage Valley. These corridors trace the natural contours of the basin-and-range geography, connecting remote sections of Box Elder County.