2014 Map of Shoshone Meadows

About this map

Shoshone Meadows sits at the heart of this Churchill County landscape, defined by the stark topography of the Clan Alpine Mountains. This high-desert environment in 2014 is characterized by a complex network of seasonal water sources and steep drainage systems. Vital water points such as Big Shoshone Spring, Little Shoshone Spring, and the clustered Shoshone Springs indicate the essential role of groundwater in this arid terrain. The map tracks the winding descent of Shoshone Creek Canyon as it cuts through the mountains toward the flats. Other significant geographic features include the deep recesses of Hoyt Canyon and Mud Spring Canyon, providing a detailed look at the basin-and-range geology of Nevada. The survey maintains the administrative grid of the Public Land Survey System, marking townships like t23n r38e across the desert floor.