Falling water levels at Utah’s Great Salt Lake exposed mysterious circular mounds; freshwater springs beneath them may supply up to 12% of the lake’s water budget
Newly released satellite images reveal an array of circular mounds at Great Salt Lake, predominantly formed by freshwater springs, which significantly contribute 12% to the lake’s water levels. Researchers, during expeditions across the receding lakebed, confirmed this essential finding. The unique circular reeds at the mound centers highlight the presence of these freshwater sources, which could also aid in controlling dust emissions from exposed areas.
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