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2021 Map of Cedar Mountain Draw

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

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

The Old Emigrant Trl cuts across this high-desert landscape in northern Elko County, marking a corridor of historical movement through the Great Basin. This modern survey shows how contemporary routes like Goose Creek Rd parallel the paths of early travelers. The terrain is defined by the Goose Creek Mountains and the prominent summit of Cedar Mtn, where a complex network of seasonal drainages including Horse Cr, Goose Cr, and Little Goose Cr converge.

Detailed topographic work reveals significant landforms such as Record Bluff and the steep incisions of Bluff Canyon and Horse Gulch. This area's hydrology is characterized by the Cedar Mountain Draw and Bluff Cr, showcasing the drainage patterns that have shaped the ranching and migratory history of this corner of Nevada. The map provides a clear look at the intersection of modern land management boundaries and the physical geography of the high plateau.