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2021 Map of Carter Reservoir

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Carter Reservoir
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Metzker Peak anchors the southern portion of this high-desert landscape in northern Washoe County, where the Nevada-California state line bisects the western edge of the survey. The geography is defined by a series of intermittent basins and seasonal water sources, most notably Carter Reservoir and the expansive New Year Lake to the north. These drainage patterns, including Sand Cr, illustrate a terrain where water is the primary sculptor of the local topography.

Evidence of human movement and land use is sparse, represented by Smith Ranch Rd and various spring-fed landmarks like Willow Springs and Big Spring. The inclusion of Leonards Hot Springs and Fortymine Mountain highlights the thermal and geologic activity characteristic of this part of the Great Basin. This detailed modern survey captures the enduring isolation of the area, providing a precise look at the elevation changes through Long Valley and the Larkspur Hills.