1986 Map of Chase Spring

About this map

Spruce Mountain Ridge dominates this mid-1980s landscape, serving as a high-altitude divide between two distinct basins. To the west lies the broad expanse of Clover Valley, while the eastern portion of the map is defined by Independence Valley. This topographic record provides a clear look at the region's ranching and resource-extraction heritage, noting several sites marked Prospect along the mountain flanks and a Gravel Pit on the valley floor. Water sources are critical in this arid Nevada environment, evidenced by the presence of Chase Spring, Mound Springs, and the seasonal path of Latham Creek. Human activity is sparse but notable, with isolated Corral sites and unimproved trails connecting the valley sinks to the higher elevations, illustrating the remote and utilitarian nature of this Elko County terrain.