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2015 Map of Bordwell Spring

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Bordwell Spring
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Bordwell Spring and Bordwell Cr serve as the focal points for this high-desert landscape in northern Washoe County. The terrain is defined by a series of north-south running drainages and elevated landforms, including the Lost Creek Hills and the prominent Cherry Mtn in the southwest corner. The prevalence of water sources such as Big Antelope Springs, Rim Rock Spring, and Clover Spring underscores the critical importance of reliable water in this arid environment, likely supporting local livestock and wildlife operations.

Human infrastructure is minimal, represented primarily by the Power Line Service Rd and Chester Rd in the north. The presence of Twin Spring Reservoir suggests managed water resources, while the canyons like Bordwell Canyon and Cockrell Canyon provide a glimpse into the natural erosion patterns of the Great Basin. This survey documents the intersection of natural hydrology and sparse access roads at the height of modern digital cartography.