1986 Map of Mud Spring

About this map

Monitor Range dominates this portion of Nye County, where high-elevation terrain meets the open expanse of Fourmile Basin. This 1980s survey captures a landscape shaped by intermittent water sources and dramatic elevation changes within the Toiyabe National Forest. Vital water points such as Douglas Spring, Mud Spring, and Upper Mud Spring are documented, highlighting the essential nature of these features in the arid Great Basin environment. The drainage patterns are clearly defined by Saulsbury Wash and the deeply cut Woodchopper Canyon, illustrating how seasonal runoff has carved the slopes of the range over millennia. This map provides a precise record of the topography and natural landmarks prior to modern land-use changes in central Nevada.