1984 Map of Arizona Spring

About this map

The East Humboldt Range defines the vertical relief of this 1984 survey, where the Humboldt National Forest meets the high desert of Elko County. Water is the primary indicator of human utility in this arid environment, marked by isolated points like Arizona Spring, Warm Springs, and Curtis Spring. These water sources likely supported the small-scale mineral exploration seen at the Polar Star Mine and Echo Mine, both situated near the northern ridges. The landscape is carved by seasonal drainages such as Outhouse Draw and Warm Creek, illustrating the complex topography that governed early prospecting and livestock movement in Nevada. This provisional map captures a transition between high-altitude forest and the open desert flats, documenting the legacy of mining through scattered prospects and specialized infrastructure like a Borrow Pit and several unnamed trails.