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2018 Map of Buffalo Mountain

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Buffalo Mountain
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Buffalo Mtn dominates the eastern landscape of this Pershing County quadrangle, where the high ridges of the Humboldt Range transition into the arid basins of the high desert. The area is defined by its dramatic topographic relief, carved by complex drainage systems such as Relief Canyon and South Relief Canyon. These features indicate a landscape shaped by significant erosional forces and geological uplift, characteristic of the Great Basin province.

Remote transportation routes like the Coal Canyon-Stillwater Rd navigate the base of the West Humboldt Range, connecting the isolated desert flats. Life in this arid environment centers on rare water sources such as Black Knob Spring and Antelope Spring, which have historically served as vital points for travelers and livestock. The presence of Packard Flat and names like Coal Canyon suggest a history of exploration and resource assessment in this corner of Nevada.