Approximately 2 million tons of salt are mined from the Great Salt Lake each year.
The Great Salt Lake's high salinity makes it a significant source of minerals, particularly salt. This extraction supports a substantial mineral industry. While salt is the primary mineral harvested, the lake also provides other resources. The aquatic ecosystem of the Great Salt Lake is also notable, supporting over 30 species, including the brine shrimp. Brine shrimp are harvested annually, yielding millions of pounds of food for the aquaculture industry worldwide. This demonstrates the lake's economic and ecological importance beyond just salt mining.
