2012 Map of Fourmile Butte

About this map

South Fork Owyhee River snakes through the high desert of Elko County, defining a landscape of isolated ranching and deep drainages. The YP Ranch stands as a primary point of human activity in the northern portion of the quadrangle, where the river meets the high-plateau terrain. The topography is marked by significant landmarks like the prominent Fourmile Butte and the carved descent of Wilson Creek Canyon, illustrating the erosive power of seasonal waterways on the Nevada landscape. Researchers can trace the network of unpaved roads and trails that connect remote features like V N Pocket and the winding course of Fourmile Creek. This survey provides a precise view of the drainage patterns and ranching infrastructure that sustain life in this arid region, showing the relationship between water sources like Deep Creek and the surrounding rangeland.