2014 Map of Coaldale

About this map

The expansive Columbus Salt Marsh dominates this portion of Esmeralda County, providing a clear view of the unique hydrography of the high desert basin. Located at a critical juncture for desert transit, the map shows Coaldale Junction and Coaldale where major routes converge at the base of the Silver Peak Range. The transition from the flat, mineral-rich bed of the salt marsh into the elevated Candelaria Hills and the southern Columbia Valley illustrates the classic basin-and-range geography of Nevada. These settlements, though small, remained essential waypoints for travelers and industry in the early 21st century, positioned between the arid flats and the surrounding mountain passes.