1985 Map of Martin Canyon

About this map

Mining heritage and rugged high-desert terrain define this mid-1980s survey of the Nevada landscape where the Virginia Range meets the Flowery Range. The map documents a significant history of extraction, most notably at the Ramsey (Site), where the Ramsey Comstock Mine and Ramsey Mine are located near San Juan Hill. To the west, the Gooseberry Mine and the Blackhawk Mine further illustrate the area's geological importance. Water sources are critical landmarks in this environment, with several reliable points recorded, including Biddleman Spring, Cooney Spring, and Blackhawk Spring. The boundary between Storey and Lyon Counties cuts diagonally across the southeastern portion of the map, passing through the foothills near the Blackhawk Canyon drainage system and the notable summit of Cinder Mountain.