2018 Map of Chicken Springs

About this map

Thousand Springs Valley and the surrounding high-desert basins of northeast Elko County define this landscape of seasonal drainages and remote cattle range. The map captures the hydrological network of the Great Basin, where Thousand Springs Cr is fed by various tributaries like Rock Spring Cr and Sulphur Cr. Notable landmarks for navigation in this territory include Tony Mtn and the prominent Ninemile Ridge, which rise above the sagebrush flats. Human activity is centered on scattered water sources like Chicken Springs and Mud Springs, which have long been vital in this arid environment. The road network is dominated by the Wilkins-Montello Rd and the California Back Country By-Way, tracing routes through Well Spring Valley toward the eastern Delano Mountains. The artificial 23 Mile Reservoir stands as a significant hydrological feature in the southeastern corner of the quadrangle.