1979 Map of Black Ridge Crater

About this map

Black Ridge Crater and the surrounding volcanic landscape of Lincoln County dominate this late-1970s topographic study. The terrain is defined by its isolation and specialized geographic features, notably the Black Ridge Caves located just north of the crater. Human presence is sparse, marked primarily by a network of unimproved paths including a prominent Jeep Trail and various other seasonal tracks that traverse the high desert floor. Aside from the Black Ridge Well, which indicates essential water access in an otherwise arid environment, the map shows very little modern development, preserving the area's mid-century character. This survey provides a precise look at the township and range lines as they intersect this specific geological formation before subsequent decades of land use.