2012 Map of Mule Deer Ridge NE

About this map

The Sheep Range dominates this landscape in Lincoln County, Nevada, where the arid terrain is punctuated by vital water sources. This 2012 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey documents the high-desert topography and the critical, sparse locations of groundwater. Named features like Lamb Spring and Sheep Spring provide insight into the historical and ecological importance of water in this part of the Mojave Desert, likely serving as markers for both local wildlife and early human passage through the range. The absence of roads, settlements, or infrastructure on the map highlights the undeveloped character of this high-elevation wilderness area near the southern tip of the state.