1989 Map of Twin Meadows Ranch

About this map

Twin Meadows Ranch sits at the heart of this high-desert landscape in Elko County, where the North Fork and Salmon Falls Creek converge. The topography is defined by the expansive O'Neil Basin to the west and the intricately eroded Bad Lands to the south. This 1980s survey captures a working ranching environment where water management is paramount, illustrated by the network of drainage through Monkey Creek and Scott Creek. A notable geological landmark, the Natural Arch, is recorded on the eastern edge of the quadrangle, highlighting the area's unique erosional features. The map illustrates how human activity, centered on the ranch, is dictated by the seasonal flow of these northern Nevada waterways.