1984 Map of Valley Mtn

About this map

Valley Mountain dominates the eastern elevation of this 1980s landscape, while the lower flats of Ruby Valley stretch to the west. This arid environment in Elko County is defined by a sparse network of essential water sources, including the isolated Hequy Well WT and several named springs such as Arizona Spring and Smith Well. The map reveals a land managed for its limited resources, where numerous unnamed 4 WD tracks wind through the brush-covered slopes and dry washes. High points like Lone Butte and the Delcer Buttes serve as prominent landmarks across this Great Basin terrain. The settlement pattern is minimal, emphasizing the area's isolation and the importance of intermittent water features like Spruce Well and Palomino Well for local ranching or exploration during this era.