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2021 Map of Bishop Peak

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

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Pine Forest Range topography dominates this section of Humboldt County, characterized by a complex system of drainage and high-desert canyons. The landscape is defined by its significant elevations, including the prominent Bishop Peak and Sentinel Peak, which overlook a network of seasonal watercourses like Sentinel Cr and Sage Hen Cr. Water management in this arid environment is evident through features such as the Sentinel Peak Reservoir and Plateau Reservoir, positioned to capture runoff from the surrounding peaks.

Canyon systems such as Buckaroo Canyon, Murray Canyon, and New York Canyon indicate a history of ranching or geographic navigation through the range. Human infrastructure is limited, centered largely on Leonard Creek Rd and the broad alluvial features of The Mesa and Leonard Creek Slough. This map provides a look at the hydrography of the high Great Basin, where name-bearing landmarks like Tepee Cr and Chicken Cr trace the natural paths through the high country.