2015 Map of Crooks Meadow

About this map

Crooks Meadow sits in a high-elevation basin where the borders of Nevada and California meet, marking a transition between Washoe County and Modoc County. This landscape is defined by its seasonal hydrology and cattle-country character, centered around the expansive New Year Lake in the southern portion of the quadrangle. The map details a network of vital water sources for this high desert environment, including Big Spring, the descriptively named Pennywinkle Holes, and Frog Pond. To the southeast, the terrain descends into Holy Valley, while Bitney Brook provides drainage at the California line. The layout of section lines and township markers from the Public Land Survey System highlights the enduring importance of grazing allotments and land management in this remote corner of the Great Basin.