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2012 Map of Oregon Canyon

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Oregon Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

The South Fork Little Humboldt River carves through this portion of Elko County, defining a landscape dominated by seasonal drainages and high-desert terrain. In the early 21st century, this area remains characterized by its ranching heritage and water-focused topography, anchored by Myers Ranch in the southeast. Numerous springs and intermittent streams, such as Thousand Springs and Castle Spring, provide the essential water sources that have historically supported livestock and wildlife in this part of Nevada.

Prominent landforms include Castle Ridge and Oregon Canyon, which give way to Oregon Flat as the elevation shifts. The complex network of creeks, including Midas Creek, Squaw Creek, and Brush Creek, illustrates the drainage patterns typical of the Great Basin. This document provides a record of the remote interior of the county before further modern development, preserving the locations of specific ranch landmarks and water points.