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2018 Map of Davidson Peak

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Davidson Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Davidson Peak and the surrounding East Mormon Mountains dominate this arid landscape in southeastern Nevada. The terrain is defined by its drainage systems, most notably the winding course of the S Fork Toquop Wash and Toquop Wash in the north, and Halfway Wash to the south. Life in this environment is dictated by scarce water sources like Gourd Spring and Peach Spring, which likely served as critical landmarks for travelers and ranchers in the region.

A network of specialized thoroughfares, including Sheep Pens Rd and Phone Cable Rd, reveals the specific land use of this area. The presence of these named roads, alongside S Fork Rd, points to a history of livestock management and infrastructure maintenance. High points such as The Summit and the Mormon Mountains provide a clear view of the complex topography and the transition between these various washes and peaks.