2021 Map of Eagle Rock

About this map

Eagle Salt Works Spring stands as a notable landmark in this arid landscape, signaling the historical importance of mineral extraction in the high desert of Nevada. The terrain is defined by the stark transition from the Fortymile Desert in the west to the elevated topography of the Hot Springs Mountains in the east. Along the western edge, the boundaries of Fernley and the junction of Churchill and Lyon Counties suggest the proximity of regional growth and transport, specifically via the Alt 95 corridor. Land features such as Eagle Rock and Miry Place Canyon provide essential orientation in a region where water sources and topography dictated the paths of early travel and industry. This survey by the U.S. Geological Survey captures the modern state of these desert landforms and historical sites within the Great Basin.