2014 Map of Eagle Rock

About this map

The Fortymile Desert dominates this arid landscape at the junction of Churchill and Lyon Counties, a region defined by its harsh environmental history and vital transportation corridors. The western portion of the map is occupied by Fernley, where infrastructure like Fernley Reservoir Number Three supports the community in the high desert. To the east, the topography rises sharply into the Hot Springs Mountains, providing a stark contrast to the low-lying alkali flats. Traces of historical transit are visible along the northern edge, where Old Highway 40 skirts the base of the distinctive Eagle Rock formation. This 2014 survey documents the convergence of modern high-speed travel, represented by Interstate 80 and Alt 95, with the rugged natural barriers that once challenged pioneers traversing Miry Place Canyon.