1985 Map of Carlin East

About this map

The Humboldt River corridor dominates this 1980s landscape, serving as the primary artery for both water and transport through the high desert of Elko County. The town of Carlin is the focal point, situated at the junction of significant rail operations where the Southern Pacific and Western Pacific lines converge. This infrastructure highlights the area's historical importance as a railroad division point. Surrounding the valley, the Adobe Range and Pinon Range rise sharply, dotted with numerous prospects and mines that indicate the region's enduring mineral exploration.