1955 Map of Wig Mtn

About this map

Wig Mountain rises as a prominent high point above the desert floor within the restricted boundaries of the Dugway Proving Ground in Tooele County. This 1955 survey illustrates a landscape defined by dramatic shifting Sand Dunes that press against the western slopes of the Cedar Mountains. The map reveals a specialized military and desert environment where transit is limited to a handful of paths like the North Wig Mtn Road and various rugged Jeep Trails. The complex contour work and large geometric grid patterns east of the mountain indicate early Cold War era installations or testing areas within the proving grounds. This topography is essential for understanding the mid-century expansion of military testing sites in the Great Salt Lake Desert, capturing the intersection of isolated natural terrain and national defense infrastructure.