2012 Map of Hanks Creek NE

About this map

Hanks Creek and its various tributaries define the drainage patterns of this high Elko County landscape during the early 21st century. The map centers on the winding course of the creek as it flows northward through open country, joined from the south by the South Fork Hanks Creek. Human presence in this environment is sparse, represented primarily by Co Hwy 747, which skirts the western edge of the quadrangle. A notable localized water source, Union Spring Three, sits near the western margin, highlighting the importance of specific water points in this arid region. The presence of Conners Creek further south adds to the complex network of seasonal or permanent waterways that have historically dictated ranching and land use in this part of Nevada.