2014 Map of Sheep Creek Reservoir

About this map

Sheep Creek Reservoir and the smaller Poker Flat Reservoir anchor this high-desert landscape in Elko County, illustrating the critical role of water management in Nevada's northeastern ranching and rangeland districts. The terrain is defined by a network of seasonal drainages, including Spring Cr, Sheep Cr, and Indian Cr, which cut through the complex topography of the high plateau. Notable landmarks like Sugarloaf Hill and Horseshoe Bend serve as natural orientation points in an area largely characterized by broad flats and winding creek beds. The presence of Poker Flat Gate and the Bia-202 road suggests the importance of livestock grazing and access to regional tribal lands, providing a clear picture of the land-use patterns that have persisted in this corner of the state into the early twenty-first century.