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2021 Map of Baxter Spring

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Baxter Spring
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

The Toquima Range dominates the western portion of this terrain, where steep elevations give way to several high-altitude water sources including Mud Spring and Indian Spring. This 2021 study documents a landscape defined by its vital springs, many of which appear within the protected boundaries of the Toiyabe National Forest. The transition from the high peaks to the expansive flats of the Ralston Valley and the Ralston Desert is navigated by a network of forest development roads, including Natl Forest Develop Road 132 Rd.

Named geological landmarks like Elephant Rock stand near Spanish Spring, illustrating the sparse but critical network of landmarks that once served travelers in this arid region of Nye County. The map provides clear detail of the drainages leading toward Hunts Cr, offering researchers a view of the natural water distribution in an area where features like Baxter Spring were likely essential for survival and navigation.