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1990 Map of Quinn River Crossing

Name: 1990 Topographic Map of Quinn River Crossing
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1990
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1990

About this map

Quinn River Crossing serves as a critical geographic marker in the high desert of Humboldt County, where the desert flats meet the rising slopes of the Jackson Mountains. This 1990 survey documents a landscape defined by water management and ranching infrastructure, centered around the Quinn River Ranch. The hydrology of the area is captured through the course of the Quinn River and Bilk Creek, supported by a network of essential water sources including Paine Well and the Hay Quinn River Well.

Industrial and utility development is evident through the presence of a Radio Tower, a significant Transmission Line, and a Substation near the river crossing. Topographical landmarks like Rattlesnake Hill anchor the northern portion of the quadrangle, while various resource sites such as a Gravel Pit and Borrow Pit reflect local land use. This map is a clear record of the infrastructure required to maintain a ranching outpost in the Great Basin's arid environment.