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2017 Map of Whistler Canal

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Whistler Canal
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

The Bear River dominates this marshy landscape as it meanders toward the Great Salt Lake, creating a complex network of wetlands and overflows. This 2017 survey details a unique hydrological environment where natural water bodies like Stanley McGraw Bay and Little Bear Bay meet man-made interventions like the Whistler Canal and East Lateral. These waterways reflect the intricate management of the Bear River Delta for both wildlife conservation and local irrigation.

Prominent landforms such as Goose Island and The Knoll rise above the surrounding wetlands, providing focal points in an otherwise fluid terrain. The northern portion of Willard Bay and the Willard Bay Reservoir are visible to the south, highlighting the massive scale of water storage in Box Elder County. For those interested in the transition between river and lake, the map traces specific channels including Willow Creek and the notable Whistlers Bend.