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1966 Map of Clan Alpine Ranch

Name: 1966 Topographic Map of Clan Alpine Ranch
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1968
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1968

About this map

Clan Alpine Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape in central Nevada, serving as a backdrop for the remnants of mining and ranching operations. The area is marked by the presence of Clan Alpine (Ruins) and the Clan Alpine Ranch, indicating a history of settlement near the base of these peaks. Prospecting is evident throughout the terrain, with several notable claims including the Lighthouse Mine, Lee Mine, and the Jeep Mine situated in the northern reaches near Mt Grant.

Water management in this arid environment is highlighted by numerous named sources such as Kaiser Spring, Cottonwood Spring, and Railroad Springs. To the west, the flat expanse of Dixie Valley contrasts with the complex drainage systems of Cherry Valley and War Creek Canyon. This 1966 topographic study captures a period of remote activity where jeep trails and a Landing Strip provided the primary access to isolated homesteads and mineral works.