2018 Map of Swales Mountain

About this map

Swales Mountain and the southern reach of the Independence Mountains define this high-altitude landscape in Elko County. The terrain is a complex network of ridgelines and drainage basins, characterized by a series of springs that have likely served as vital water sources in this arid environment for generations. Key water points such as Mud Springs, Yellow Spring, Louse Spring, and Mine Spring are scattered across the slopes, feeding into local drainages like Cottonwood Creek and Donna Creek. The map reveals a land structured by township and range lines, including t35n r52e and t36n r53e, illustrating the systematic division of the Nevada interior. From the heights of Fish Creek Mountain to the depths of Dry Gulch, the topography highlights the isolation and specialized land use common in the Great Basin region.