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1987 Map of Baxter Spring NW
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1987 Map of Baxter Spring NW

USGS Topo · Published 1987

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Toiyabe Range peaks dominate the eastern portion of this 1980s terrain study, where the high ground of the Toiyabe National Forest meets the broad expanse of the Big Smoky Valley. This transition between mountain and basin is defined by the ephemeral water sources and resource extraction typical of the Nye County landscape. Small-scale mining activity is evident through scattered prospects and a Gravel Pit near the valley floor. Water, the most critical resource in this arid environment, is marked by Willow Spring and Baxter Spring, while a single Well and its accompanying transmission lines indicate the infrastructure required to support life and industry in the high desert. To the south, the foothills of the San Antonio Mountains emerge, providing a clear picture of the complex topography that defines the Great Basin.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1987
Date Published1987
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain