2011 Map of Mormon Dan Butte

About this map

Mormon Dan Butte dominates the northern reaches of this Humboldt County landscape, serving as a prominent landmark in a region defined by arid basins and isolated peaks. This 2011 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey captures the geography of northwestern Nevada where the southern slopes of Blue Mountain meet the high desert floor. The map documents critical water sources in an otherwise dry environment, specifically Barbara Worth Spring and Donnell Spring, which have historically dictated movement and land use across these basins. To the northeast, the presence of the Crescent Dunes suggests the active wind-driven geomorphology of the area, while Blue Mountain Canyon provides a distinct break in the southern relief. The network of light-duty and unpaved roads indicates the area's role as a transit corridor between larger regional hubs, maintaining a character of wide-open, undeveloped terrain.