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1956 Map of Imlay

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of Imlay
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1963
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1963

About this map

The Southern Pacific railroad and the Humboldt River define the corridor of transit and industry in this mid-century Nevada landscape. The town of Imlay serves as a central hub, while the remnants of earlier eras are marked by the Old Emigrant Trail and the Thackers Ranch (Old Stage Sta). To the south, the Humboldt Range rises sharply, capped by Star Peak, where a dense network of mining activity is recorded.

Genealogists and local historians can trace numerous named operations such as the Starlight Mine, Silver Star Mine, and the Queen of Sheba Mine. The map also preserves the location of Humboldt City (Site) and a lone Cemetery near the canyon mouth, offering a clear record of the area's transition from a pioneer trail to a localized mining and ranching economy. Water management is prominent, evidenced by the Pitt-Taylor Diversion Canal and several reservoirs providing for the valley's ranches.