
Empire stands as the primary settlement in this high desert landscape, positioned along S R 447 where the valley floor meets the rising peaks. The town layout is clearly defined by local streets such as 4th St, 2nd St, and C St, with the Empire Airport serving this remote northern Nevada community. The terrain is dramatically split between the flat expanse of the Black Rock Desert and Poito Valley to the west and the formidable heights of the Selenite Range to the east, anchored by Selenite Peak. To the southeast, the Texas Basin area contains several vital water sources, including Texas Basin Spring, Last Chance Spring, and Double Spout Spring, which are critical landmarks in an otherwise arid environment. The transition between Washoe Co and Pershing Co is also documented here, following the desert's natural contours.
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1886 · Granite Range
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1894 · Granite Range
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1955 · Lovelock
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1959 · Lovelock
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1964 · Gerlach
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1964 · Kumiva Peak
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1980 · Dry Mountain NW
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1980 · Tenmile
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1981 · Gerlach
USGS Topo · 1:100,000
1981 · Betty Creek
USGS Topo · 1:24,000