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1985 Map of Carson Lake
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1985 Map of Carson Lake

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

The Pony Express Route cuts across this basin in the mid-1980s, tracing a historical line through a landscape dominated by the expansive Carson Lake and Lahon Tan Lake. This area, situated between the White Throne Mountains and the Bunejug Mountains, reflects a desert economy of water management and livestock, evidenced by the large Pasture and remote outposts like Home Corral and Southeast Corral. The terrain is defined by dry lake beds and terminal sinks, including Bass Flat and several Alkali Flats. Industrial activity in this arid environment is captured through modern and traditional resource extraction, including a Geothermal Well, Salt Wells, and the Wildcat Freight Station. The map illustrates the complex drainage patterns and irrigation efforts within the Valley, highlighting the delicate balance of land use in Churchill County.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1985
Date Published1985
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.8 inches

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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain