2018 Map of Lower Pahranagat Lake

About this map

Pahranagat Valley serves as a critical desert corridor between the East Pahranagat Range and the Sheep Range in Lincoln County. This 2018 survey documents the vital hydrography of the Great Basin, focusing on the catchment areas of Lower Pahranagat Lake and Maynard Lake. The reliance on local hydrology is evident through several named water sources, including Hoyt Spring, Lone Tree Spring, and Big Spring, which sustain life in this arid basin. The map also delineates the course of the Pahranagat Wash as it moves toward Evergreen Flat. This record provides a modern look at the land system and topography of south-central Nevada, showing how Highway 93 follows the natural valley floor to navigate the high-relief terrain of the surrounding mountain ranges.