1968 Map of Harris Canyon

About this map

The Union Pacific railroad line cuts a straight north-south path through this high-elevation landscape of Elko County, serving as the primary industrial artery through the eastern Nevada basin and range. The high desert terrain is defined by a network of seasonal watercourses and drainage systems, including the prominent Harris Canyon which gives the quadrangle its name. Water management is a central theme here, evidenced by features such as the Harris Canyon Dam and several isolated watering points like Dry Basin Well and Well 5618. Small clusters of human activity are sparse, centered on the location at Shores and various resource extraction sites. Local relief is provided by landmarks such as Rocky Peak and the expansive Eagle Flat. The map also documents a legacy of land use through scattered Gravel Pits, Mud Springs, and the remote Bull Camp located in the southern draws.