2018 Map of Ventosa

About this map

Ventosa sits at the northern edge of this high desert terrain, where the wide expanses of Clover Valley and Independence Valley meet. The landscape is defined by its water management and drainage patterns, specifically the long, winding course of The Slough and the presence of Bapt Reservoir. To the west, the elevation rises sharply toward Black Ridge, while the southern portion of the sheet is dominated by the dramatic topography of Spruce Mtn Ridge and Spruce Point. These geographic features illustrate the isolation and environmental constraints of Elko County, where seasonal water sources like Point Spring and Steele Cr are critical markers on an otherwise arid canvas. The map provides a clear view of the rural infrastructure and natural boundaries that have long shaped ranching and movement through this part of the Great Basin.