1965 Map of Edna Mountain

About this map

The Humboldt River corridor dominates this mid-1960s landscape, providing a narrow path for commerce through the Great Basin. The Southern Pacific railroad and Interstate 80 follow the water's course, cutting through Emigrant Canyon between the Osgood Mts and Edna Mountain. This vital transportation artery connects the settlement of Golconda and the siding at Preble to the wider region. Outside the river valley, the terrain transitions into the high desert basins of Pumpernickel Valley and Buffalo Valley. Historical mining activity is scattered across the slopes, with the Silver King Mine, Silver Coin Mine, and Adelaide Mine marking the search for mineral wealth. In addition to these industrial sites, the map details established grazing operations like Ryegrass Ranch and the geothermal features at Hot Springs Ranch, illustrating the intersection of mining, ranching, and geology in rural Nevada.