2014 Map of Desert Ranch

About this map

Desert Ranch sits at the heart of this high-desert drainage system in Elko County, where the management of seasonal water defines the landscape. The centerpiece of this ranching geography is the Desert Ranch Reservoir, which captures the flow of Fourmile Cr as it descends from the surrounding elevations. To the west, the Monument Hills overlook the broad expanse of Twelvemile Flat, a dry basin typical of the Great Basin's topography. The map detail highlights the reliance on creek systems like Chimney Cr to sustain livestock and land use in this arid environment. This 2014 survey captures the persistence of the American ranching tradition, showing how topographic features and modern boundaries intersect in the remote interior of Nevada.