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2021 Map of Charleston Reservoir

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

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Humboldt National Forest encompasses much of this high-elevation landscape in Elko County, where the headwaters of the Bruneau River and Marys River emerge from the northern slopes. The map reveals a complex network of seasonal drainages and springs, including Lostra Spring, Plunty Spring, and Wash Spring, which provide critical water sources in this arid region. The presence of Little Reservoir and its associated Little Reservoir Basin highlights early 21st-century water management efforts in the backcountry.

Transportation through this part of the Fox Creek Range relies on specialized forest infrastructure, primarily the Natl Forest Develop Road 305 Rd and the Charleston-Deeth Co Rd. These routes skirt distinctive terrain features like the Chalk Basin and Coyote Lake, illustrating how the geological character of the Great Basin dictates modern access. The juxtaposition of canyons like Rattlesnake Canyon with broad areas like Stud Creek Basin provides a clear view of the diverse topography found within the forest's boundaries.