2014 Map of Panaca Summit

About this map

Panaca Summit marks the central high point of this high-desert landscape in Lincoln County, where the terrain is defined by a network of seasonal watercourses and remote springs. In the mid-2010s, this area remained largely defined by its natural topography and historical resource extraction routes, evidenced by names like Panaca Kilns Rd and Gleason Rd. The drainage patterns of Gleason Canyon Wash and Kiln Wash underscore the arid environment, where water sources like Kiln Spring, Marchell Spring, and Dow Spring would have been vital landmarks for early settlers and travelers. Notable geological formations such as Ninemile Rocks and Dow Mtn rise above the washes, while Lien Draw cuts through the southeastern portion of the quadrangle, reflecting a landscape shaped more by geology and weather than modern development.