2018 Map of Massacre Lake

About this map

Massacre Lake dominates the high desert landscape of northwestern Nevada in this 2018 survey. The area is characterized by intermittent water sources and dramatic topographic rises, including the prominent Table Butte and the broad elevation of Bitner Table. These features suggest a terrain where seasonal hydrology dictates the local character, as seen in the drainage of Massacre Cr and the presence of smaller catchments like Fatty Martin Lake. Human presence is sparse, represented primarily by Co Rte 8a, which skirts the southeastern corner of the quadrangle. This detailed topographic data provides a record of the basin's natural landmarks, from the vital Willow Spring in the northeast to the sprawling alkali flats of the main lake bed, which remains a focal point for those studying the remote geography of Washoe County.