2014 Map of Wendover SE

About this map

Great Salt Lake Desert dominates the eastern expanse of this map, representing the stark, flat geography along the border of Utah and Nevada. The state line divides the landscape between Elko County and Tooele County, cutting through a region defined by its wide, open alkaline flats and subtle drainage patterns. Felt Wash meanders through the western terrain, providing a rare topographical variation in an otherwise uniform basin. In the southern reach of the quadrangle, Blue Lake appears as a distinct hydrological feature, offering a sharp contrast to the surrounding desert environment. This area serves as a significant geographical study of the Great Basin's interior, where the transition from desert floor to the occasional spring-fed lake defines the local ecosystem.