Fisher Pass (aka Johnson Pass)
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stevedc323
N 40° 20.239 W 112° 34.372
12T E 366400 N 4466383
This marker describes the history of this pass named for Carl G. Fisher in 1919 and his efforts to create the Lincoln Highway. Interestingly, maps and local knowledge name this Johnson Pass.
Waymark Code: WMMJ90
Location: Utah, United States
Date Posted: 09/27/2014
Views: 6
This marker was established by the Utah Department of Transportation, the Lincoln Highway Association, and a host of other organizations and people. It describes the history of the old Lincoln Highway that follows Utah State Road 199 from Rush Valley to Skull Valley. Detailed text can be found on the photograph of the plaque.
Marker Name: Fisher Pass Elevation 6,496 feet
Marker Type: Roadside
County: Tooele
City: West of Rush Valley
Group Responsible for Placement: Lincoln Highway Association, UDOT, et al
Date Dedicated: October 3, 2009
Web link(s) for additional information:
https://lincolnhighwaynews.wordpress.com/tag/carl-fisher/
http://www.fisherpass.com is no longer valid.
Addtional Information: Not listed
Marker Number: Not listed
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