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1986 Map of Diablo Peak

Name: 1986 Topographic Map of Diablo Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1986
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

Diablo Peak dominates this high-desert landscape in Lake County, where the dramatic Diablo Rim forms a sharp geological boundary against the expanse of Diablo Flat. This 1986 survey documents a region defined by its water scarcity and ranching infrastructure, characterized by scattered water sources like Banta Well, Devil Well, and the Flowing Well. The mapping of small, named catchments such as Brief Reservoir and Slim Reservoir underscores the vital importance of water management in this arid environment.

To the northeast, the Whiskey Hills and Whiskey Lake offer a distinct topographical counterpoint to the Sand Dunes found further south. Local naming conventions are evident in features like Cat Camp Draw and Jackings Hole, providing a glimpse into the vernacular geography used by those who worked this land. The terrain transitions from the steep escarpments of the rim to the more gradual elevations near Fourmile Point, illustrating the complex drainage patterns of the Great Basin.