Terminus: A Hydrobiographic Journey of Water Management in the Great Salt Lake Basin Paperback – May 30, 2025

It's the end of the hydrologic line, the terminus of the region’s liquid H2O supply chain. Over the past century, Great Salt Lake’s waters have receded, exposing a complex web of environmental, economic, and social consequences. But this is not just the story of a lake—it is the story of an entire watershed, the communities that depend on it, and the decisions that have shaped it.In Terminus, water resources engineer Robert B. Sowby embarks on a personal and professional journey through the Great Salt Lake Basin, tracing water’s path from snowcapped peaks to desert lakes. Drawing from decades of experience in water management, research, and exploration, he reveals how water flows through our landscapes, our policies, and our lives, culminating in the terminal lake whose health depends on everything that happens upstream.Through vivid storytelling, historical insights, and scientific analysis, Terminus explores the past, present, and uncertain future of water in the Great Salt Lake Basin. It is a call to action—a reminder that water is more than a resource; it is a legacy. Read more