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2018 Map of Mixie Flat

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Mixie Flat
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Mixie Flat and its surrounding canyons define this high-desert landscape along the border of Nevada and California. Situated in Washoe County, this area is characterized by a series of critical water sources, including Byers Spring, Indian Spring, and Horse Corral Spring, which have historically supported livestock and wildlife in this arid environment. The map details a complex network of drainages such as Parsnip Wash and Willow Creek that carve through the upland terrain.

Local landmarks such as Twin Peaks and the deep recesses of Wilcox Canyon and Chimney Rock Canyon are meticulously documented by the U.S. Geological Survey. The presence of Mixie Flat Road provides the primary access route through these basins. For researchers, the map provides precise locations for numerous named seeps like Lone Mountain Spring and Bernice Spring, which are essential for understanding the historical geography and land use of the High Rock Lake region.