1967 Map of Black Butte

About this map

Black Butte rises as the central landmark of this high-desert terrain in northeastern Nevada, overlooking a landscape defined by seasonal water sources and remote transportation routes. The 1967 field data reveals a sparse network of Jeep Trails that connect intermittent water features like Burnt Creek and Pole Creek. These paths likely served ranching interests or mineral exploration in the late 1960s, indicated by the presence of a Gravel Pit and the various unnamed springs scattered across the hills. The southern reaches of the map are anchored by Antelope Springs, while Trout Creek flows near the boundary of R. 62 E., illustrating the critical role of reliable water in this arid Elko County environment.