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2015 Map of Duck Lake

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Duck Lake
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Duck Lake dominates the center of this high-desert landscape in northern Washoe County, where the hydrology of the Great Basin is on full display through a series of ephemeral water sources and drainage patterns. The western margin is defined by higher elevations where several vital water points are located, including Apple Orchard Spring, Cocklebur Spring, and Mason Spring. These features suggest the historical importance of the area for livestock and passage through the otherwise arid Tuledad Valley.

To the east, the terrain transitions into the expansive Duck Flat, characterized by unique geological features like the Little Potholes and Big Pothole. Drainage through the area is managed by seasonal flows such as Tuledad Cr and the Duck Flat Wash, while human access is maintained via CR-447 and the Duck Lake Loop. This 2015 survey provides a clear view of the ranching and natural resources in this corner of Nevada.