2018 Map of Junction Well

About this map

Long Valley dominates this high-desert landscape in White Pine County, where the sprawling Long Valley Wash serves as the primary drainage through the basin floor. The terrain is framed by distinct mountain ranges, including the Maverick Springs Range in the north and the Tognini Mountains to the west, with the northern slopes of the Butte Mountains appearing in the southeast. Sparse but vital water sources like Cabin Spring punctuate the arid slopes, highlighting the essential geography that dictated movement through this region. At the center of the valley sits Junction Well, a namesake landmark that represents the intersection of desert tracks and the critical reliance on groundwater in the Great Basin. This 2018 survey detail provides a clear view of the topographical relief and the remote infrastructure required for life and travel in one of Nevada's most expansive basin-and-range environments.