2012 Map of Meteorite Crater

About this map

Meteorite Crater defines the center of this Nye County landscape, where the arid terrain is shaped by an intricate network of seasonal drainage patterns. This 2012 survey illustrates the hydrological character of the high desert, primarily through the winding paths of Ike Spring Wash and Little Ike Spring Wash. These ephemeral watercourses traverse the area, revealing the natural erosional flow toward the southeast. Toward the lower right, the presence of Trap Spring indicates a localized water source in an otherwise dry environment. The map provides a clear record of the area's physical geography at the beginning of the 21st century, detailing the primitive road network that navigates this stark geological setting.