Within the last two decades, Great Salt Lake has changed significantly, both physically and chemically, affecting the mineral, brine shrimp, transportation, recreation, and other industries.

Culminated in a new 600-page Department of Natural Resources publication, Great Salt Lake - an overview of change, are five years of combined efforts from over 60 authors. The publication will be available June 14 at the Natural Resources Map & Bookstore, 1594 West North Temple, Salt Lake City, (888) UTAH MAP, (801) 537-3320, or mapstore.utah.gov for $24.95.

This volume brings together multi-disciplinary articles on the history, scientific research, artistic aspects, management, development, utilization, and other subjects related to Great Salt Lake and its extended environs including the Bonneville Salt Flats.

"This volume is intended to be:

(1) a valuable reference for those managing the lake and planning for its future,

(2) a credible springboard for future, lake-related research and information volumes, and

(3) an up-to-date reference for all who are interested in Great Salt Lake,"

states J. Wallace Gwynn, Utah Geological Survey geologist and the publication's editor.

Gwynn describes Great Salt Lake as one of Utah's most beautiful treasures and hopes readers will gain a greater appreciation of its beauty, mysteries, complexities, and value as a multi-faceted resource.