2014 Map of Pequop Summit SW

About this map

Independence Valley dominates the central landscape of this Elko County region, serving as a broad drainage basin for the surrounding high country. The eastern edge of the map is defined by the steep rises of the Pequop Mountains, where Maverick Canyon carves through the terrain. This area represents a critical high-desert transit corridor, as evidenced by the modern path of Interstate 80 and Alt 93 which cut diagonally across the valley floor. Hydrological patterns are dictated by seasonal drainages, including the northern reach of Barnet Springs Cr and the branching paths of Independence Cr and W Squaw Cr. This 2014 survey documents the intersection of essential infrastructure and natural landmarks, including the Forest Road FR 435 RD, in an area defined by its wide basins and dramatic mountain boundaries.