2011 Map of Clear Creek Ranch

About this map

Clear Creek Ranch sits at the northern edge of this high-desert landscape in the Great Basin, where seasonal water and canyon systems dictate the local layout. The map documents a network of named drainages including Washoke Canyon, Grand Trunk Canyon, and Clearwater Canyon, which funnel toward the winding course of Clear Creek. The infrastructure here is sparse and utilitarian, centered around ranching and water management for livestock. Long desert stretches like S Grass Valley Rd and Sheep Ranch Rd connect these remote outposts. Evidence of managed water resources is visible through features like the Lower Grand Trunk Reservoir and Grand Trunk Spring, which are critical landmarks for understanding the pastoral economy and land use in this part of Humboldt County during the early 21st century.