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1981 Map of Bluewing Spring

Name: 1981 Topographic Map of Bluewing Spring
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1982
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1982

About this map

The Sahwave Mountains dominate this high-desert terrain, creating a dramatic physical barrier that separates the basin floor to the east. Within these arid heights, the presence of Bluewing Spring and Granite Spring points to the vital water sources that supported early travelers and local wildlife. The landscape is marked by evidence of historical mineral exploration, particularly in the southwestern reaches where several Mines and a single Mine are indicated along the slopes.

Down in the flat expanse of Granite Springs Valley, the map reveals a stark contrast to the rugged uplands. A lonely Prospect near the center of the sheet suggests the persistent search for wealth in this remote corner of Nevada during the late twentieth century. This survey provides a clear view of the geological and industrial character of the region as it existed in the early 1980s, highlighting the isolation of these desert peaks.