2014 Map of Dow Mountain

About this map

Dow Mtn and the high desert basins of Lincoln County define this survey of the Nevada backcountry. The landscape is marked by a series of vital water sources and drainage systems that once dictated movement through this arid region, including Sheep Spring, Miser Spring, and Oak Well Spring. These locations often served as critical waypoints for early travelers and ranchers. The geography is further characterized by the broad Miller Flat and the distinct formation at Horseshoe Bend. Regional transportation follows these natural contours via the Sheep Springs Rd and Crestline Rd, which connect the remote Bull Valley to the surrounding hills. The map provides a clear picture of how topography and scarce water resources shaped the late-20th and early-21st-century footprint of this part of eastern Nevada.