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2012 Map of Beowawe

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Beowawe
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The Humboldt River snakes through this high desert landscape, serving as the historical and agricultural lifeline for northern Nevada. Near the settlement of Beowawe, the river valley supports a network of irrigation works including the Anderson Canal, Highline Canal, and Westside Ditch. These water systems sustain established holdings like the Horseshoe Ranch and Johnson Ranch.

Evidence of the area's layered history is found in landmarks like Gravelly Ford and the somber Maidens Grave, reflecting the path of the California Trail. The presence of the Indian Cemetery and the Beowawe Post Office anchors the map in its local community context. To the south, the terrain rises toward Willow Coral Pass, illustrating the transition from the river basin into the expansive Crescent Valley.