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1990 Map of Cold Creek Ranch

Name: 1990 Topographic Map of Cold Creek Ranch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1990
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1990

About this map

Cold Creek Ranch anchors this high-desert landscape within the Newark Valley, where the transition from arid flats to the rising Ruby Mountains dictates the local water economy. The map details a complex network of seasonal resources, including various Spring sites and a Well that support the ranching operations near the Cold Creek Reservoir. To the south, the expansive Newark Lake Flat (Alkali) illustrates the remnants of prehistoric water systems, characteristic of the Great Basin's terminal sinks.

Transportation history is visible through the Elko-Hamilton Stage Route Line, which cuts across the valley floor, providing a tangible link to 19th-century mail and passenger transit between mining districts. This route, alongside numerous 4wd tracks and the development of the Gravel Pit, reflects the ongoing human adaptation to the terrain. The eastern edge is defined by the steep ascent into Orchard Canyon, showcasing the dramatic vertical relief of the Nevada interior.