2012 Map of Coal Mine Basin

About this map

Coal Mine Basin serves as the central hub of this high-desert landscape in Elko County, where the topography is defined by its namesake resource and remote ranching access. The southern portion of the map is dominated by a trio of features including Coal Mine Canyon, Coal Mine Pass, and the primary thoroughfare, Coal Mine Rd. This network suggests an era where local transit was heavily influenced by the geography of the surrounding basins. Water sources are critical identifiers in this arid terrain, with numerous vital points such as Blackrock Spring, Cherry Spring, and Badger Spring scattered throughout. The northeastern corner is punctuated by isolated peaks like Sugarloaf and Tower Mountain, while hidden drainages such as Coal Canyon and Big Creek provide essential markers for land navigation and historical grazing routes.