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Flagpole on Black Rock in Great Salt Lake vandalized

GREAT SALT LAKE, Utah (ABC4) — The flagpole that was illegally installed on Black Rock in Great Salt Lake has been vandalized.

On Tuesday afternoon, the Division of Forestry, Fire, and State Lands (DNR) discovered that the flagpole had been cut near its base, causing it to fall over.

The flag was missing from the pole.

The DNR took to Facebook stating: “The flag’s placement generated strong opinions on both sides of the issue, but vandalism is never an acceptable response. One act of vandalism does not justify another, and damaging property only deepens division rather than promoting understanding.”

The DNR reminded the public that protecting historic resources requires stewardship, cooperation and civility.

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Black Rock has historical significance, as it was a waypoint for travelers crossing the Great Basin on the California Trail. Because of that, Black Rock, and the California Trail, are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Black Rock is state land managed by FFSL.

Abigail Jones contributed to this article.

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