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1990 Map of Buena Vista Hills South

Name: 1990 Topographic Map of Buena Vista Hills South
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1990
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1990

About this map

The Stillwater Range dominates the eastern landscape of this Nevada survey, showing a stark transition from the high ridges down to the desert floor. This region is heavily marked by industrial activity, with the Buena Vista Mine and various prospects indicating a long history of mineral exploration in the Buena Vista Hills. The mapping of numerous drill holes and a mine shaft provides a clear record of the subsurface investigation common in Churchill County during the late 20th century.

To the west, the terrain flattens into the expansive Carson Sink, where shifting sand dunes and an alkali flat illustrate the arid environment. Hydrology is represented by scattered wells and a lonely spring, essential landmarks in an otherwise water-scarce environment. Deep drainages like Copper Kettle Canyon and Grimes Canyon cut through the mountains, serving as the primary natural corridors through the high country.