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1971 Map of Mahala Creek West

Name: 1971 Topographic Map of Mahala Creek West
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1974
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1974

About this map

The eastern slopes of the Independence Mountains define this section of the Humboldt National Forest in northern Nevada. The landscape is marked by a complex network of canyons and high basins, including Road Canyon, Spaghetti Canyon, and the sprawling Burns Basin. In this arid terrain, water sources are essential, as evidenced by the numerous named springs like Van Wyper Spring, Pattani Spring, and Italian Spring that dot the map.

Local ranching and resource management are centered around the Saval Ranch, with vital water storage provided by the Saval Reservoir and Ross Reservoir. Several small Mine and Prospect sites suggest mineral exploration in the hills. The drainage pattern of Mahala Creek, Gance Creek, and Pie Creek highlights the vital importance of seasonal water flow for the livestock and ranching activities that have long sustained this part of Elko County.