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1958 Map of McGill

Name: 1958 Topographic Map of McGill
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1994
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1994

About this map

Industrial mineral processing dominates this mid-century landscape centered on McGill, where the massive Copper Smelter and Copper Mill stand as the primary economic anchors. The town is situated on the eastern edge of the Steptoe Valley, defined by a complex network of infrastructure including the Nevada Northern railway, a large Tailings Area secured by a Levee, and the Dunham - McGill Ditch.

Beyond the industrial center, the map reveals a transition to rural and recreational sites like Romeo Ranch and the McGill Spring (Swimming Pool). Natural water features such as Bassett Lake and Steptoe Slough contrast with the rugged terrain of the Egan Range to the west, which is dotted with water sources like Heusser Springs and Sheep Spring. Mining activity is evident throughout the nearby mountains, represented by the Sorehead Tunnel and numerous unnamed prospects.