2014 Map of Bobs Flat

About this map

Humboldt River flows through the southwestern corner of this high-desert landscape, defining the hydrology of Whirlwind Valley. The presence of the Merchant Canal and Anderson Canal reflects the importance of water management in this arid region of Eureka County, where agricultural or industrial needs drew from the river's course. The topography is dominated by broad, flat basins including Boulder Flat and Bobs Flat, separated by rising terrain and drainages like Bob Cr and Mack Cr. Interstate 80 bisects the area, providing the primary modern transportation corridor across the sagebrush-covered flats and past landmarks like Long Draw. This 2014 survey illustrates the intersection of natural river systems and large-scale desert irrigation infrastructure.