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History
The area
that now comprises the refuge was once enveloped by an enormous inland lake know today as Lake Bonneville.
This great body of water rose and fell several times during its 16,000 year existence. The prominent
shorelines where water levels stabilized for extended periods are visible on the
mountains in the area. When Lake Bonneville was at its
peak level, the water in the area that is now marsh would have been nearly 850
feet deep. The lake declined to a level
below the present marsh level around 14,000 years go.
After Lake Bonneville receeded the History of the Fish Springs area included inhabitation by various natives ranging from the Paleo Archaic to the later Goshutes. These were followed by early western pioneers spanning a time from the Pony Express to the Lincoln Highway.
The History of Fish Springs National Wildlife Refuge started with early evaluation in 1934 and finally purchase and construction starting in 1959.
The History of Fish Springs National Wildlife Refuge started with early evaluation in 1934 and finally purchase and construction starting in 1959.
Last Updated: March 22, 2010
