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2023 Map of Godeys Rock

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Godeys Rock
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Smoke Creek Desert and the western edge of the Black Rock Desert dominate this Great Basin landscape, where the flat alkaline expanses meet the steep eastern slopes of the Granite Range. The settlement of Gerlach sits at the southern terminus of the range, serving as a gateway to these vast playa surfaces. Notable landmarks such as Godeys Rock and Bloody Point emphasize the dramatic shift between the arid desert floor and the mountain peaks of Granite Mountain.

Critical water sources like Deep Hole Spring and Gerlach Spring provide essential moisture in this high-desert environment, while Deep Hole Spring Creek and Dry Creek mark seasonal drainage patterns. Infrastructure is centered around S R 447 and Surprise Valley Rd, which follow the ancient contours of the range. The area also includes local identifiers like Phil and Too Kapu Tawaka, offering points of interest for those tracking regional history and land use.