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2012 Map of Telegraph Canyon

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Telegraph Canyon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Flynn Ranch sits as a central landmark in this high-desert landscape of central Nevada, where water sources dictate the placement of human activity and cattle operations. The map reveals a network of vital watering points including Stimpson Spring, Flynn Ranch Springs, and the uniquely named Lake-Dou-Pah-Gade. These features are connected by rudimentary routes like Flynn Ranch to Telegraph Cyn, illustrating the historical reliance on established trails to navigate the basin and range terrain.

Bald Mountain dominates the central topography, while the eastern edge of the quadrangle descends into the expansive Diamond Valley. Named features like Siri Spring and Bennett Spring further emphasize the importance of groundwater for survival in this arid environment. The road labeled Diamond Mine hints at the mineral extraction history typical of the region, providing a trace for researchers interested in the intersection of ranching and mining in the Nevada interior.