1982 Map of Dickenson Well

About this map

The Butte Mountains and Long Valley define the arid topography of this remote White Pine County landscape as it appeared in the late 1970s. This transitional zone between the valley floor and the higher peaks of Antelope Mtn. is characterized by a sparse network of water sources essential for high-desert ranching and resource extraction. Evidence of local industry and homesteading is visible through numerous named water points including Dickenson Well, McBrides Sheep Well, and White Sage Well. The map also records the presence of an Oil Well and several Prospects scattered across the eastern slopes, illustrating the region's long-standing connection to mineral exploration. The Thirty-mile Ranch and Marking Corral serve as significant cultural landmarks, anchoring the grazing history of Long Valley Canyon.