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2015 Map of Stillwater

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Stillwater
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Stillwater stands as the central settlement in this desert landscape, defined by an intricate network of irrigation and drainage infrastructure designed to manage the flow of water through the Lahontan Valley. The area is characterized by a high density of named ponds and lakes, including North Lead Lake, Big Cottonwood Lake, and Freeman Pond, many of which are connected by features like the Lead Bypass Canal and the Paiute Diversion Drain.

The presence of the Tule Lake Trail and various pastures such as Paiute Pasture and West Pasture suggests a land-use pattern balanced between traditional ranching and modern water management. Navigability and access are provided by a grid of local routes like Stillwater Rd and Jackrabbit Rd, while the Stillwater Slough and Stillwater Point Reservoir anchor the hydrologic system, illustrating how this arid region has been modified for agricultural and ecological purposes.