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2021 Map of Moor Summit

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Moor Summit
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Cedar Pass serves as a critical corridor through the high-elevation terrain of northeastern Nevada, where modern transit routes trace the same paths as historic pioneer trails. The small settlement at Moor sits near the highest point of Moor Summit, marking the divide between the Windermere Hills to the north and the extensive Wood Hills to the south. This transition zone is characterized by its reliance on isolated water sources like Independence Springs and Wadel Spring, which were vital for early rangeland survival.

The topographic detail highlights the complex geography of Independence Valley as it gives way to prominent peaks like Little Cedar Mtn. Local infrastructure remains sparse, defined primarily by rugged access ways such as El 35 RD and Wadel Spring RD. These roads connect the disparate grazing lands and mountain overlooks, providing a window into the enduring character of Elko County's high-desert interior.