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1985 Map of Murphy Gap SE, 1986 Print
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1985 Map of Murphy Gap SE

USGS Topo · Published 1986

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Coal Valley defines the core of this landscape in Lincoln County, where the desert floor is shaped by alluvial processes and shifting sand deposits. The 1980s terrain is characterized by broad drainage networks, notably Cold Springs Wash which carries seasonal runoff from the surrounding uplands toward the valley center. Water management in this arid environment is anchored by the Murphy Gap Reservoir in the northern reach, a critical landmark for livestock and local land use. While the region is primarily open range, network traces of 4wd tracks reveal the paths used by ranchers and mineral prospectors navigating this part of Nevada. This provisional survey provides a precise look at the topographical elevations and drainage patterns before modern digital mapping, preserving the specific hydrological and recreational landmarks of the mid-1980s.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1985
Date Published1986
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions21.9 x 26.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain