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2012 Map of Panaca Summit

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

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Panaca Summit defines this high desert landscape in Lincoln County, where seasonal drainage patterns and isolated water sources dictate the geography. The map reveals an intricate network of desert washes, including Gleason Canyon Wash, Kiln Wash, and White Wash, which trace the natural movement of water across the arid terrain. These features, along with prominent geological markers like Ninemile Rocks, illustrate the rugged character of the Great Basin region in the early 21st century.

Water remains the most critical resource for history and land use here, represented by localized points like Kiln Spring, Marchell Spring, and Dow Spring. These named springs often mark essential stops for ranching or travel in an otherwise dry expanse. The presence of modern road networks intersecting these traditional natural landmarks provides a clear view of how high-altitude desert transit evolved up to the year 2012.