2015 Map of Dry Hills

About this map

Desert Valley in northwestern Nevada is a landscape defined by its ephemeral water systems and distinct geological features as documented in this 2015 U.S. Geological Survey study. The terrain is characterized by the Dry Hills in the southwest and extensive Hardpans to the south, indicating a region of seasonal drainage and arid basins. Surface water is represented by the winding Bottle Creek Slough, alongside seasonal courses like Willow Cr and Boulder Cr. Human presence is primarily indicated by a sparse network of ranching and utility roads, notably Bottle Creek Ranch Rd and Bottle Creek Rd, which provide access through the vast public land survey sections of Humboldt County. The map provides a clear view of the township and range divisions, illustrating how this remote area was gridded for land management.