2015 Map of Massacre Lake

About this map

Massacre Lake dominates the southwestern corner of this high-desert basin in northern Washoe County. The hydrology of the area is defined by intermittent water sources including Middle Lake, Fatty Martin Lake, and Massacre Creek, which flow through a landscape of distinctive volcanic landforms. Prominent elevations such as Table Butte and the broad Bitner Table stand as flat-topped landmarks above the surrounding plains. This 2015 survey reflects the enduring character of this remote corner of Nevada, where transportation is limited to routes like Cr 8a and smaller 4WD tracks. For the researcher or hydrologist, the map details the location of isolated water features like Willow Spring against a backdrop of public land surveyed under the townships of t44n r21e and t43n r22e.