Useless Loop is not a city, but rather a small town located in Australia. It is situated in the Gascoyne region of Western Australia and is the closest community to the Useless Loop Solar Salt Operation, which is one of the world's largest producers of solar salt.
Despite its name, Useless Loop is not entirely useless. It serves as a residential and support base for the workers at the salt operation. The town has basic amenities such as housing, a school, a general store, and a sports club. However, it is quite isolated, with the nearest larger town, Carnarvon, being approximately 190 kilometers away.
The name "Useless Loop" is said to have originated from the navigational difficulties faced by early explorers in the area due to the loop-like formation of the coastline. The town itself is not a major tourist destination, but the nearby Shark Bay World Heritage Area attracts visitors who often pass through Useless Loop on their way to the popular attractions in the region.
Overall, while Useless Loop may not be a bustling city, it serves an important role in supporting the salt mining industry in the region and can be considered a functional and necessary community for the local workforce.