2018 Map of Specter Range SW
USGS Topo · Published 2018About this map
The Specter Range dominates the northern horizon of this landscape, marking a stark transition into the Mojave Desert and the Amargosa Desert. Located in Nye County, this area captures a moment of modern desert settlement organized around a distinct grid of residential roads. The small community of Crystal serves as a focal point in the southern portion of the quadrangle, where a cluster of named streets like Laurel Way and Steir St indicates localized development amidst the arid flats. This transition from high-elevation ridgelines to the structured township of Crystal reflects the enduring pattern of human habitation in the Great Basin, where transportation corridors like the Crystal Hwy and White Blvd connect remote outposts to the broader region.
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Editions of this 2018 Specter Range SW Map
This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.
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