2011 Map of Powell Mountain

About this map

Powell Mountain and Table Mountain dominate this high-desert terrain in Mineral County, Nevada, where the availability of water dictates the landscape's history. The 2011 survey reveals an intricate network of remote water sources essential for survival in this arid environment, ranging from Buller Spring in the north to Aspen Spring further south. These points, including Log Cabin Spring and Upper Powell Canyon Spring, often indicate the sites of early ranching activity or seasonal camps. The presence of NFD 026 RD serves as the primary artery through the high country, connecting deep geographic features like Buller Canyon with the surrounding heights. This map is a record of the persistent reliance on these small, named seeps and springs in a region defined by its isolation and topographical extremes.