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1893 Map of Carson

Name: 1893 Topographic Map of Carson
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1926
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1926

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Virginia City and the historic Comstock Lode district dominate the eastern ridges of this late 19th-century landscape, showcasing the concentrated mining urbanism of Gold Hill and Silver City. The map traces the critical industrial corridor of the Virginia and Truckee Railroad as it winds through the mountains to connect the silver mines with the Carson River milling sites and the state capital at Carson. Along the western edge, the pristine waters of Lake Tahoe meet the timber-rich slopes of the Tahoe National Forest, with Glenbrook serving as a key point on the shoreline.

The regional transport network is remarkably detailed, featuring the Carson and Colorado Railroad striking out from Mound House and the Southern Pacific R.R. crossing the northern meadows. Beyond the industrial centers, the map identifies local landmarks such as the State Prison and the Sutro tunnel entrance, providing a clear view of Nevada's foundational mining and political infrastructure during its formative years.