2021 Map of Dugout Spring

About this map

The Cortez Mountains and the Dry Hills dominate this high-desert landscape in central Nevada, where the boundary between Lander and Eureka counties cuts through the north-south ridges. This area is characterized by vast basins like Grass Valley and intricate drainages including Fye Canyon and Hog Canyon. Water sources are critical landmarks in this arid environment, represented by the namesake Dugout Spring, Rossi Spring, and the seasonal flow of Horse Cr. A network of ranching and access roads, such as J D Ranch Rd and the Grass Val-Cortez-Crescent Rd, provides the primary infrastructure through the valley floors and over the Garden Pine Valley Gate Pass. These features illustrate the enduring geographic patterns of the Great Basin, where land use remains tied to topography and reliable water points.