2015 Map of Willow Creek Reservoir

About this map

Willow Creek Reservoir dominates the northeastern corner of this high-desert landscape in Elko County, marking a vital water source in an arid basin. The terrain is defined by dramatic elevation changes, rising from Ivanhoe Flat toward the prominent Big Butte and the northern reaches of the Santa Renia Mountains. This 2015 survey reveals a network of seasonal drainages and essential water points that have long supported ranching and transit in this part of Nevada. A system of isolated springs, including Ivanhoe Spring, Buttercup Spring, and Hot Creek Spring, provides a look at the natural hydrology that dictates movement through the region. The map also traces the path of CR-724, the primary road winding through the valley near Willow Cr and below the shadow of Willow Creek Ridge.