2014 Map of Pequop Summit

About this map

Pequop Summit serves as the central high point of this high-elevation survey, where the winding path of Interstate 80 cuts through the Pequop Mountains. This region of Elko County is defined by its network of seasonal drainages and springs, indicating a landscape where water sources like Milk House Spring, Adele Spring, and Wally Spring were vital markers for travel and livestock. The terrain is deeply incised by canyons, most notably Maverick Canyon and South Fork Maverick Canyon, which provide natural corridors through the range. A complex system of creeks, including N Fork E Squaw Cr and Nanny Cr, flow from the heights of Rocky Point, illustrating the drainage patterns of the Great Basin during the early 21st century.