2018 Map of Sadler Basin

About this map

The Diamond Hills rise prominently along the western edge of this High Desert landscape, marking the rugged boundary where high ridges transition into the expansive Huntington Valley. This 2018 survey documents a remote section of Elko County where the high-altitude topography of the Diamond Hills creates a drainage system flowing eastward toward Huntington Cr. The presence of Franklin Spring in the southeast corner indicates a critical water source in this arid environment, a vital landmark for the ranching and livestock operations that have historically utilized these public lands. Centrally located, Sadler Basin provides a natural collection point for seasonal runoff, illustrating the complex hydrology of the Great Basin region. This map serves as an essential record of the county lines between Elko, Eureka, and White Pine counties, which intersect just south of the main terrain features.