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2021 Map of Wall Canyon Reservoir

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Wall Canyon Reservoir
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Indian Valley and the surrounding high desert of Washoe County define this landscape, where water sources are the primary markers of human and animal activity. The area is dominated by the Hays Canyon Range and the Home Camp Range, providing a complex network of drainages such as Mountain View Cr and Wall Cr. Vital water points like Jackknife Spring, Kissler Springs, and Warm Springs are critical landmarks in this arid terrain, reflecting the long-standing importance of reliable springs for ranching and transit.

Modern access is centered around Wall Canyon Reservoir Rd, which snakes through the topographical contours near Pegleg Canyon. The map records several stock-watering features, including the Cockrell Trough near Cockrell Canyon, illustrating the continued agricultural utility of these public lands. This 2021 survey offers a precise record of the hydrologic features and named canyons that have guided movement through this part of the Great Basin for generations.