2021 Map of Soldier Cap

About this map

Soldier Cap rises as a prominent landmark in this high-altitude corner of Elko County, defining a landscape shaped by a complex drainage network. The terrain is articulated by numerous seasonal and perennial watercourses including Chimney Cr, Threemile Cr, and Winters Cr, which carve through the high-elevation basins of the Independence Mountains. A critical water source in this arid environment is Mahogany Spring, located in the northern reaches of the quadrangle. The map illustrates the fundamental township and range grid system, showing the intersections of T41N and T42N with R48E and R49E. This area is characterized by its drainage into the Owyhee River system via creeks like Soldier Cr and Trout Cr, reflecting the remote, resource-focused land use of northeastern Nevada in the early 21st century.