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1982 Map of Steptoe Ranch

Name: 1982 Topographic Map of Steptoe Ranch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1984
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1984

About this map

The high desert basins and peaks of the Egan Range divide this landscape between Butte Valley and Steptoe Valley. At the center of the valley floor, the Steptoe Ranch serves as a primary human landmark, accompanied by a small Cem and a nearby Landing Strip. These features suggest a remote ranching operation that relied on small-scale aviation for connectivity in this part of White Pine County during the early 1980s.

Water sources are vital and varied throughout the terrain, from Grass Springs and Duck Creek on the flats to Dry Canyon Spring in the mountains. Industrial activity is evidenced by the Gallagher Mine and Cuba Mine tucked into the slopes, alongside several Prospects. The map also traces the topographic transition through Molleson Gap and into Molleson Canyon, illustrating the challenging routes through the range.