2021 Map of Reed Station

About this map

The Independence Mountains dominate the western portion of this high-desert landscape in Elko County, rising above the Valley of the North Fork. Significant peaks including Lone Mtn and Nannies Peak mark the southern reach of the range, providing a rugged vertical contrast to the grazing and water-rights infrastructure found below. Water management is a central theme of the topography, evidenced by the central Reed Reservoir and a network of named drainages like McClellan Cr, Hot Spring Cr, and Fordman Cr. Historically utilized for ranching and transit, the area features seasonal water sources such as Fox Springs and Ruin Springs. The inclusion of Telegraph Flat and Eagle Rock further identifies the traditional landmarks used for navigation in this corner of the Great Basin.