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1957 Map of Beowawe

USGS Topo · Published 1958

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The Humboldt River corridor serves as the primary artery for transportation and settlement in this section of Eureka County during the late 1950s. Parallel tracks of the Southern Pacific and Western Pacific railroads dominate the valley floor, connecting the settlement of Beowawe to surrounding ranching outposts like Horseshoe Ranch and Rose Ranch. This landscape preserves deep historical layers, tracing the California Trail and the Old Emigrant Route as they navigate the passage between the Tuscarora Mountains and the Whirlwind Valley. Cultural landmarks such as the Maidens Grave Cemetery and Indian Cem reflect the human history of the route, while industrial activity is evident at the Red Devil Mine and Gravelly Ford. The map captures a moment before modern interstate development, where mountain springs like Willy Billy Spr and Rattlesnake Spr remained vital landmarks in a high-desert environment.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1957
Date Published1958
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62,500
Physical Dimensions16.9 x 20.8 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain