2012 Map of Railroad Crossing Dam

About this map

Railroad Crossing Dam serves as a focal point for water management in this arid stretch of White Pine County, where several drainages converge. The landscape is defined by the hydrologic patterns of Circle Wash, Deadman Wash, and Jakes Wash, which illustrate the seasonal water flow and erosion typical of the Nevada basin. To the northwest, Hayden Creek descends into the valley, marking a transition in the local drainage network. The presence of Jakes Wash Rd provides the primary north-south transit through the area, tracing the path of the wash. This 2012 survey illustrates the sparse, high-desert infrastructure focused on controlling the occasional, heavy runoff events that characterize this region's geography.