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1958 Map of Doby Summit

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of Doby Summit
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1960
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1960

About this map

Adobe Ranch and the surrounding drainage basins of Elko County define this high-altitude landscape. During the mid-1950s, this area was characterized by its seasonal water sources and rugged transit corridors, where a network of watercourses including Suzie Creek, Swales Creek, and Adobe Creek carved through the terrain. The presence of several Gravel Pit locations near the main roads suggests local material extraction to support the region's infrastructure, while the naming of Bartel Springs indicates the vital importance of groundwater for ranching operations in this arid environment.

Elevations rise toward the namesake Doby Summit in the southeast, a landmark for travelers and surveyors alike. The map captures an era of backcountry access, documented by a high-clearance Jeep Trail that winds through the hills, connecting isolated springs and homesteads. Local history and genealogy enthusiasts can trace the specific boundaries of the Adobe Ranch and the distribution of perennial water like Mud Spring and Middle Suzie Creek.