1955 Map of Simpson Springs

About this map

Simpson Springs and its surrounding desert terrain are the focal point of this mid-century topographic study, capturing a landscape defined by historic western transit and military utility. The intersection of the Pony Express Route, marked here by the Pony Express Historic Marker, and the Simpson Springs-Callao Road highlights the area's long-standing importance as a waypoint in the Tooele desert. The geography is characterized by the prominent Simpson Mts and Simpson Buttes, which flank the higher elevations of Simpson Point and Grassy Mountain. To the north, the boundary of the Dugway Proving Ground indicates the mid-century military expansion into this region. Seasonal water sources like Government Creek and various man-made installations, including a Water Tank and several reservoirs, illustrate the critical management of water in this arid environment.