1950 Map of Darwin, 1956 Print
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1950 Map of Darwin

USGS Topo · Published 1956

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Darwin stands as a central mining hub in the High Desert, surrounded by an extensive network of mineral claims and industrial infrastructure. The settlement is anchored by the Darwin Mines and the local Darwin Hosp, with a dedicated Air Strip and Lane Mill reflecting the active production of the mid-20th century. To the west, the landscape transitions into the high elevations of the Inyo Mountains and Malpais Mesa, where numerous operations including the Santa Rosa Mines and the inactive White Swan Mine underscore the area's geological importance.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1950
Date Published1956
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62500
Physical Dimensions16.6 x 20.7 inches

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