2012 Map of Coaldale

About this map

Columbus Salt Marsh dominates this arid landscape in Esmeralda County, providing a stark geographic focal point within the Columbia Valley. The map documents a critical transportation hub where major regional routes converge at Coaldale Junction, a key waypoint for travelers moving between Nevada's high desert valleys. To the south, the foothills of the Silver Peak Range begin to rise, contrasting with the flat expanse of the marsh and valley floor. Evidence of the area's industrial history is found at the Gates Mill site in the northwest, while the presence of Emigrant Pass Rd serves as a reminder of historical transit corridors through this isolated region. This topographic study emphasizes the intersection of natural desert features and the essential road networks that sustain the small settlements of Coaldale and its namesake junction.