2012 Map of Preston Reservoir

About this map

Preston Reservoir sits at the heart of this high-desert landscape in White Pine County, where a network of ephemeral waterways defines the local geography. The map documents an arid environment shaped by intermittent drainages such as Jakes Wash, Giroux Wash, and Holt Cr. These features highlight the importance of water management and irrigation in the Great Basin, a necessity underscored by the presence of the Preston Seeding Windmill on the eastern edge of the quadrangle. Rising above the drainage plains, Dark Peak provides a primary landmark for navigating this portion of the Nevada interior. The inclusion of Nf D 617 Rd indicates the integration of Forest Service access within the broader regional road network, serving both agricultural and recreational transit during this period.