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2018 Map of Layton Spring

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Layton Spring
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Layton Spring serves as a vital water source in this high-desert region of Elko County, where the landscape is defined by the drainage systems of the S Fork Little Humboldt River and its tributaries. This 2018 survey documents a remote section of Nevada where large-scale ranching operations are supported by seasonal watercourses like Spring Cr and Twentyone Cr. The map highlights the localized infrastructure of the Great Basin, featuring long-established routes such as Little Humboldt Ranch Rd and Shelton Rd.

Named geographical landmarks like Layton Field and Button Field indicate the importance of specific basins for agricultural or grazing use. The boundary between Humboldt and Elko counties runs through the eastern portion of the quadrangle, marking a jurisdictional divide in an otherwise open range. The layout of these ranch roads and water features provides a clear look at how land use is dictated by the availability of water and the natural topography of the high desert.