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2018 Map of Limestone Peak

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

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Limestone Peak dominates the southern reaches of this high-altitude landscape, part of the extensive White Pine Range within the Humboldt National Forest. The map documents a rugged interior where water is the primary shaper of the land, evidenced by drainage systems like Circle Wash and Hayden Cr. These seasonal flows are managed by human intervention at sites like Circle Wash Reservoir and Butte Reservoir, which likely serve as critical infrastructure for range management or local industry in this arid environment.

Evidence of early exploration and utility is found along the Hayden Drill Hole Trail, which cuts across the central terrain near Hayden Canyon. This trail, along with Jakes Valley to the northeast, suggests a history of resource survey and access in a region defined by its isolation and dramatic elevation changes. Small but vital water sources, such as Butte Spring, highlight the importance of specific points on the map for those navigating or working in the Nevada backcountry.