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1988 Map of Coleville

Name: 1988 Topographic Map of Coleville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1995
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1995

About this map

Coleville and Topaz anchor the eastern edge of this high-altitude landscape along the Nevada border, situated where the Antelope Valley meets the rising slopes of the Toiyabe National Forest. The map documents a complex water management system essential for mountain ranching and agriculture, featuring the West Walker River and several artificial channels like Alkali Ditch and Swager Ditch. These waterways supported the small settlements and local industry, including the Golden Gate Mine and various prospects scattered through the steep terrain.

West of the main valley, the Slinkard Valley and Silver King Valley provide a transition into the protected Carson - Iceberg Wilderness. Landmark heights such as Mineral Mountain and Centennial Bluff overlook the drainage basins of Slinkard Creek and Wolf Creek. This survey captures the region during a period of established land use, balancing wilderness preservation with the infrastructure of U.S. Route 395.