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1966 Map of Donna Schee Peak

Name: 1966 Topographic Map of Donna Schee Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1968
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1968

About this map

Alexander Ranch and Willow Creek Ranch anchor the northern reaches of this mid-1960s survey, illustrating the vital role of water management in the high desert. A network of irrigation channels, including Ditch 17 through Ditch 20, cuts across the terrain to support agriculture near Trout Creek Ranch. This focus on water access is further evidenced by isolated outposts like Fivemile Well and the Mc Ninch Well, which provided essential resources for both livestock and early travelers navigating the arid landscape.

The topography transitions from the dramatic height of Donna Schee Peak and the Adams Mts in the west toward the flat expanse of Desert Valley. Mining activity is recorded at the Krug Mine near Krug Hill, while landmarks like Schoolhouse Butte and the Jungo Hills provided distinct navigational markers. The map also captures the shifting nature of the terrain, detailing Hardpans and extensive Sand Dunes that define the eastern desert floor.