2020 Map of Salt Wells

About this map

Salt Wells Flat dominates the lower central portion of this survey, defining a landscape shaped by seasonal hydrology and alkali deposits. This portion of Box Elder County is characterized by broad basins and corridors like Hansel Valley and Sage Valley, where the drainage of the Hansel Valley Wash creates a distinct corridor through the otherwise arid terrain. The road network follows a rigid section-line grid, suggesting a history of land allotment and ranching access. Primary arteries such as Salt Wells Rd and W Hansel Mountain Rd N connect these isolated basins, while smaller tracks like 25200 W Rd provide access to the foothills. The proximity to the great salt flats is evident in the topography, showing a transition from defined valley washes to the vast, level expanses of the basin floor.