1988 Map of Desert Creek Ranch, 1989 Print
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1988 Map of Desert Creek Ranch

USGS Topo · Published 1989

About this map

Smith Valley and the northern reaches of the Wellington Hills define this western Nevada landscape, where high-desert agriculture meets mineral exploration near the Lyon and Douglas County line. The northern portion of the map is dominated by the irrigation network of the Plymouth Canal and Saroni Canal, illustrating the vital role of water management in sustaining local ranching at Desert Creek Ranch. Further south, the terrain rises into the Toiyabe National Forest, characterized by steep ridges and canyons such as Dalzell Canyon and Dameron Canyon. This 1980s survey captures a transition point in the local economy, documented by the numerous prospects and named operations like the Smith Valley Mine and Jackpot Mine scattered across the eastern slopes near Valley Point, indicating the persistent legacy of mining in the region.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1988
Date Published1989
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.7 inches

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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.


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