2021 Map of Churchill Canyon Well

About this map

The Desert Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape in Lyon County, where the topography is defined by the deep incisions of Mill Canyon and Mineral Canyon. The arid environment is punctuated by vital water sources such as the Churchill Canyon Spring, which historically supported movement through these basins. In the northern reaches, Clifton Flat provides a rare stretch of level ground above the narrows. The map captures a transition from the structured drainage of Churchill Canyon into the broader expanse of Adrian Valley. To the south, the presence of Blackrock stands as a distinct landmark. This 2021 update from the U.S. Geological Survey documents the modern road network, including Julian Dr, while preserving the traditional place names of the Great Basin.