2018 Map of Honest John Well

About this map

Honest John Well anchors this high-desert landscape in Lincoln County, serving as a critical water source in the arid expanse of Sand Spring Valley. This 2018 survey illustrates a region defined by its sparse water infrastructure, where isolated points like Honest John Spring and Smith Spring dictate the movement of both people and livestock across the basin. The eastern edge of the quadrangle is marked by Shadow Wells and Able Reservoir, highlighting the essential role of water management in this high-elevation environment. Access to these remote reaches is maintained via Gunderson Rd, which traverses the valley floor against a backdrop of desert peaks and alluvial fans. The map provides a clear look at the Public Land Survey System (PLSS) grid, documenting the township and range boundaries that have organized this part of Nevada for generations.