1993 Map of Wildcat Mountain NW

About this map

Utah Test and Training Range occupies the core of this landscape, reflecting the military's long-standing use of the remote Great Salt Lake Desert. The terrain is characterized by a nearly level Mud Flat, a vast dry lake bed that highlights the isolation of the western Utah salt pans. Surveyed during the late 20th century, the map details a stark environment where sparse contour lines emphasize the extreme flatness of the basin floor. This area, north and west of Wildcat Mountain, serves as a critical zone for aerial and ground testing, where the absence of civilian settlements or public infrastructure is a direct result of its designated military role. The minimal topographic variation is interrupted only by subtle shifts in the playa surface, illustrating the unique geological and logistical character of this restricted high-desert corridor.