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1968 Map of Franklin Lake NE

Name: 1968 Topographic Map of Franklin Lake NE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1971
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1971

About this map

The Ruby Mountains dominate the western edge of this High Desert landscape, where the Humboldt National Forest meets the arid expanse of the basin. This survey illustrates a complex water management system in a challenging environment, featuring an Aqueduct that channels runoff from peaks like Myers Creek and Battle Creek. Below the mountain front, human activity is marked by the Smith Ranch and the Indian Village settlement, positioned where the rugged slopes give way to the floor of the valley.

The eastern portion of the map transition into the Ruby Valley (Depression), terminating in a broad Alkali Flat. Water remains the defining factor of the region's geography, with the Franklin River and Overland Creek navigating the lowlands. The presence of several Wells scattered across the flats emphasizes the importance of groundwater for sustaining life and ranching in this remote section of Elko County.