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1969 Map of Carroll Summit SE

Name: 1969 Topographic Map of Carroll Summit SE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1972
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1972

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Smith Creek Valley dominates this high-desert landscape in Lander County during the late 1960s, a region defined by its wide depressions and seasonal watercourses. The presence of the Old Overland Road cutting through the northern reaches of the quadrangle speaks to the historical transit routes that once traversed this arid basin. This era shows a landscape managed for cattle and early aviation, centered around landmarks like the Old Hay Ranch and a remote Landing Field.

Hydrology is the lifeblood of this terrain, with Smith Creek and Campbell Creek descending from the higher elevations into the Smith Creek (Depression). The cluster of Hot Springs and additional Springs near the center of the sheet highlights the geothermal activity common to this part of Nevada. While largely uninhabited, the network of Jeep Trails and a graded Landing Strip indicate the area's continued use for ranching and resource exploration.