1985 Map of Carlin East, 1986 Print
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1985 Map of Carlin East

USGS Topo · Published 1986

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The Humboldt River corridor dominates this mid-1980s survey, serving as the primary artery for transportation and settlement in the high desert. The town of Carlin is the focal point, situated at the confluence where Maggie Creek meets the river. The presence of the Carlin Airfield and a local Cem ground the community's infrastructure, while the neighboring settlements of Vivian and Tonka mark the eastern progression of the rail and road network. To the north and south, the terrain rises into the Adobe Range and Piñon Range, where mining activity is evidenced by scattered Prospects and Mineshaft Mines. This landscape reveals a complex relationship between the valley's water resources, such as Rye Patch Spring, and the industrial extraction sites that define the region's economy. The narrow passage through Carlin Canyon highlights the geographical constraints that forced the Southern Pacific railroad and modern highways into tight alignment alongside the riverbank.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1985
Date Published1986
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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