2021 Map of Indian Lakes

About this map

The Carson River and its intricate network of irrigation infrastructure define this landscape north of Fallon. This 2021 survey documents the complex water management systems of Churchill County, including the D Line Canal, Vencill Drain, and Mussi Drain. These man-made channels facilitate agricultural activity across the high desert, feeding into a series of shallow basins known collectively as the Indian Lakes. The map highlights several distinct bodies of water such as Big Indian Lake, Papoose Lake, and Likes Lake, which provide a sharp contrast to the surrounding arid terrain.