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2014 Map of McCormack Spring

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of McCormack Spring
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

McCormack Spring and the Cherry Springs serve as primary water sources in this high-elevation landscape of Eureka County, Nevada. The terrain is dominated by the eastern slopes of the Cortez Mountains, which descend into the broad expanse of Pine Valley. This area is characterized by its drainage network, where Pine Cr and Trout Cr carve through the basin floor.

Remote transit is facilitated by a sparse network of roads, including Dann Frenchie Rd and the aptly named Iron Mine Rd, reflecting the area's history of mineral exploration and livestock grazing. The inclusion of Devils Gate suggests a distinct natural corridor or pass within the more complex topography. These features indicate a classic Great Basin environment where seasonal water and accessibility dictate human and commercial activity.