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2012 Map of Troy Canyon

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

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Troy Peak and Timber Mountain dominate this high-desert landscape in northeastern Nye County, where deep drainages like Troy Canyon carve through the terrain. The map captures a region defined by sparse water sources and isolated ranching outposts, notably the Bordoli Ranch situated near the southern boundary along Bordoli Cr. This area is characterized by its complex network of seasonal washes and forks, including the North Fork Troy Canyon and Little Meadows Cr.

Transportation through these canyons relies on a few critical corridors such as Troy Canyon Rd and the Midland Trail Rd. The presence of Ox Spring and its associated Ox Spring Wash indicates the vital importance of natural water points for early settlers and travelers in this arid environment. The map provides clear evidence of how topographic features dictated the placement of roads and the establishment of local holdings.