2017 Map of Garrison

About this map

The settlement of Garrison serves as the focal point for this survey along the border between Millard County, Utah, and White Pine County, Nevada. The high-desert landscape is defined by its vital water sources, most notably Pruess Lake and the drainage systems of Snake Cr and Lake Cr. The arid terrain transitions from the eastern slopes of the Humboldt National Forest into the open expanses of the Burbank Hills. This borderland geography illustrates the critical role of water in the Great Basin, where isolated springs like Spring Creek Spring and seasonal channels such as Big Wash dictate the pattern of human habitation and ranching. The presence of historic throughways, including the Black Rock-Chrystal Peak Rd and White Pine Co Road 42, highlights the established network of county and forest roads that connect these remote ranching communities across state lines.