2012 Map of Baker

About this map

Baker stands as the central hub of this Great Basin landscape, where the high desert terrain meets the eastern edge of Nevada near the Utah border. The settlement is anchored by the Baker Post Office and sits at a critical juncture for local water management, evidenced by the nearby Baker Reservoir and the Sinks of Baker. These features illustrate the complex hydrology of the region, where perennial streams like Lehman Creek and Baker Creek flow from the western mountains toward terminal sinks in the valley floor. Transportation is defined by a sparse but vital network of routes including Gandy Rd and Cut Off Rd, which facilitate movement between isolated homesteads and grazing lands. The presence of Rock Canyon and Silver Creek further north highlights the varied drainage patterns that dictate life and land use in this arid environment.