2015 Map of Painted Point

About this map

Captain Johnson Reservoir sits at the northern end of this high-desert basin, where the Painted Point Range and the eastern edge of the Massacre Range define the local topography. This 2015 survey highlights a landscape where water management and seasonal drainage dictate the character of the land, evidenced by West Lake and Middle Lake to the north. Natural springs such as Sand Spring, Twin Springs, and Lone Spring provide critical watering points in an otherwise arid expanse. The elevation shifts notably around Painted Point and the Black Hills, while the broad stretches of Long Valley and a localized depression known as The Dip illustrate the basin-and-range geology characteristic of Washoe County. This map is an essential reference for understanding the modern distribution of water resources and ranching-related infrastructure in this corner of Nevada.