2021 Map of Wilson Reservoir

About this map

Wilson Reservoir occupies a central position in this high-desert Elko County landscape, serving as a primary water source in a region defined by its drainages and canyons. The reservoir is fed and drained by a network of waterways including Wilson Cr and Deep Cr, which cut through the varied topography of the area. To the north, the Silver Creek Valley provides a wide drainage for Silver Cr and Indian Cr, while the terrain to the east is marked by the distinct geological formation of Wilson Creek Canyon. This 2021 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey illustrates the complex Public Land Survey System (PLSS) grid, documenting townships T43N through T45N across ranges R50E and R51E. The map detail highlights the relationship between the seasonal water system and the vast grazing or conservation lands typical of northeastern Nevada.