2014 Map of Russells

About this map

Russells sits within a high-desert landscape defined by the prominent eastern wall of the Sheep Creek Range. This 2014 survey captures a region of Lander County where human presence is marked primarily by a network of long-distance roads, including Mote Rd and Izzenhood Rd, which traverse the wide basin. The area's intermittent hydrology is a defining characteristic, seen in the winding course of Sheep Cr and the low-lying McIntyre Slough. These features indicate a terrain that dictates movement and settlement based on seasonal water availability and the sharp rise of the mountains. The map provides a clear picture of the vast Township and Range survey system across these Nevada flats, highlighting the intersection of natural drainage and modern rural infrastructure.