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2012 Map of Ryndon

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Ryndon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Ryndon serves as the primary focal point of this Nevada landscape, situated where the high desert meets the meandering path of the Humboldt River. The map reveals a distinct grid of residential roads north of the interstate, with many streets bearing names such as Coal Mine Rd, Iroquois, and Goldrush Dr, reflecting the area's local development patterns. To the east, the smaller settlement of Elburz sits near the confluence where the North Fork Humboldt River joins the main branch, creating a complex riparian network amidst the arid basin.

The terrain is marked by significant hydrological and topographical features, from the flowing waters of Coal Mine Creek to the high point of East Peak. In the southwest corner, the presence of Sustacha Spring underscores the importance of water sources in this environment, while the proximity of the Elmore Ranch suggests the continued role of ranching in the region's economy during the early 21st century.