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1951 Map of Eagle Mtn

Name: 1951 Topographic Map of Eagle Mtn
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1966
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1966

About this map

The Amargosa River cuts through this arid basin in Inyo County, defining a landscape shaped by early 20th-century mining and infrastructure. Evidence of former industrial activity is preserved along the path of the Dismantled Railroad and the historic Old Traction Road, which once served the regional borax trade. The tiny settlement of Evelyn stands as a focal point along the rail corridor, while the Lila C Mine (Site) in the northern reaches marks the location of significant subterranean operations.

Topography is dominated by the Resting Spring Range and the high point of Eagle Mtn, with the vast Alkali Flat occupying the north-central valley. Water sources like Miller Spring were essential waypoints in this desert environment, providing rare relief for those traveling through Greenwater Valley or crossing the heights of Deadman Pass. The map serves as a meticulous record of the relationship between industrial ambition and the challenging terrain of the Funeral Mountains.