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2020 Map of Sunstone Knoll

Name: 2020 Topographic Map of Sunstone Knoll
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2020
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2020

About this map

Sunstone Knoll rises as a prominent landmark in this desert landscape of central Utah, marking a region defined by ancient geological formations and hydrologic remnants. The map illustrates a complex drainage system where the Old Channel Sevier River winds across the basin, historically feeding into the expansive Salt Lake bed. Nearby, North Ditch indicates the persistent efforts to manage water in this arid environment, supporting the small settlement of Van.

To the west, the volcanic character of the area is represented by Black Rock and the Great Stone Face, features that reflect the distinct lithology of Millard County. This 2020 topographic survey detail shows how modern infrastructure, including roads like S 6000 W and W 7500 South ST, overlays the ancient watercourses and basalt outcroppings that have long served as navigational aids for travelers in the Sevier Desert.