2011 Map of Deer Creek Slough

About this map

The northern reaches of the Black Rock Desert dominate this part of Humboldt County, where the erratic drainage patterns of the Great Basin define the landscape. The Quinn River meanders across the arid floor, joined by ephemeral flows from Deer Creek Slough and Deep Creek. This 2011 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey illustrates the isolated nature of water management in the high desert, centered on the Deer Creek Reservoir and the nearby Deer Creek Ranch. Human activity is sparse, marked primarily by the traverse of Leonard Creek Rd and the prominent landmark at Windy Point. The map provides a precise view of the braided channels and alluvial features that characterize this interior drainage system.