1981 Map of Duck Creek Valley

About this map

Duck Creek Valley serves as a central corridor for water and transit through this portion of eastern Nevada during the late 1970s and early 1980s. Following the western edge of the valley, U.S. 93 bypasses the Pescio Ranch as it cuts north toward Gallagher Gap. The landscape transitions sharply from the alluvial valley floor into the high elevations of the Humboldt National Forest, where a network of resource extraction and recreation sites are mapped. Local history and genealogical interest is found in family-named features like Pat and Mike Springs, Bart Spring, and the Brennen Mine located near Miller Gulch. The infrastructure of the era is clearly visible, including an Aqueduct system and established public sites such as the East Creek Campground and the Berry Creek Grove.