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1952 Map of Black Mtn, 1964 Print
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1952 Map of Black Mtn

USGS Topo · Published 1964

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The Las Vegas Bombing and Gunnery Range dominates this mid-century desert landscape, a high-altitude territory defined by isolation and military restricted access. This area in Nye County showcases the stark transition between the broad, flat expanses of Gold Flat and the elevated volcanic terrain of the Pahute plateau. The map captures critical water sources in an arid environment, specifically Salisbury Well and Gold Flat Well No 2, which were essential for ranching or military surveying before the region's further development. Prominent landmarks such as Black Mtn and Quartz Mtn provide the primary vertical relief above the basin of Dry Lake. The inclusion of Thirsty Canyon underscores the challenging hydrology of the high desert, where seasonal drainage patterns are clearly etched into the topography.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1952
Date Published1964
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62500
Physical Dimensions17 x 20.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain