2012 Map of Hyde Well

About this map

Hyde Well marks the primary point of settlement in this arid stretch of Lincoln County, where the landscape is defined by the ephemeral drainage systems of the eastern Nevada desert. The terrain is structured around the sprawling Hyde Wash, which cuts across the quadrangle and is supplemented by a network of water management features. Artificial watercourses including West Ditch and East Ditch run roughly parallel to Rosencrans Creek, illustrating the vital importance of irrigation and water control in this environment. The map details a network of roads and trails that converge at the well, suggesting its role as a local hub for ranching or land management in the early 21st century.