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1983 Map of Edwards Creek Valley

Name: 1983 Topographic Map of Edwards Creek Valley
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1983
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1983

About this map

Mining operations and arid basins characterize this central Nevada landscape, which straddles the Churchill and Lander County line. The terrain is defined by north-south mountain corridors, including the Clan Alpine Mountains and the New Pass Range, which frame the broad, sweeping desert floor of Edwards Creek Valley. Industrial history is evident through numerous named sites such as the McCoy Mine and New Pass Mine, reflecting the region's enduring mineral extraction roots.

Hydrology in this high desert environment is sparse, centered around seasonal water bodies like the Humboldt Salt Marsh and the Reese River. The eastern portion of the map transitions into the Toiyabe National Forest, where the settlement of Ravenswood sits at the base of the Ravenswood Range. From Bernice Creek to the Carico Lake valley, the map details a network of 4WD trails and remote infrastructure, including several landing strips and a gaging station.