1986 Map of Mormon Jack Pass

About this map

Mormon Jack Pass serves as a central landmark in this high-elevation landscape of White Pine County, where a network of ephemeral drainages and canyons defines the terrain. The presence of Prospects in the northern reaches suggests a history of mineral exploration, characteristic of the era's small-scale prospecting efforts in the Great Basin. This provisional survey captures the intersection of water and landform through features like Swan Creek and Devils Gate Creek, which carve their paths through the topography toward Marble Wash. Transportation across this challenging environment is limited to 4wd tracks, highlighting the isolated nature of the area during the early 1980s. The map provides an essential record of the seasonal drainage patterns found in Coyote Canyon, reflecting the intricate natural management of water in an arid high-desert environment.