1984 Map of Juniper Mine

About this map

Piute Valley serves as the central focal point for this mid-1980s topographical survey, where the arid desert floor meets the rising terrain of the Newberry Mountains. This borderlands region is defined by the intersection of state and county boundaries, including the Nevada California state line and the junction of Clark and San Bernardino counties. The historical surveying efforts are visible through the marking of the Von Schmidt Line, which reflects the early efforts to delineate these western territories. Industrial and mining activity is evidenced by the namesake Juniper Mine and scattered Prospect locations, supported by infrastructure like the Steel Tower Transmission Line cutting across the valley floor. The map captures a landscape shaped by mineral exploration and the transition from flat alluvial Washes to steep mountain slopes.