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1952 Map of Mellan

USGS Topo · Published 1958

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The Las Vegas Bombing and Gunnery Range dominates this mid-century landscape in Nye County, illustrating the significant military presence in the Nevada desert during the early Cold War. The terrain is characterized by the expansive Cactus Flat and the elevations of the Cactus Range, where specialized infrastructure like an Observation Tower, multiple Target markers, and a Landing Field are dispersed across the valley floor. Small pockets of human activity appear at the isolated settlement of Mellan and the nearby Wilsons Camp. This area shows the intersection of older desert lifeways and modern strategic needs, where established sites like Antelope Springs and a designated Mining Area exist alongside tactical military installations. Water sources remain critical and scarce, evidenced by the scattered locations of Sulphide Well, a Water Tank, and a Res (reservoir) tucked into the foothills.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1952
Date Published1958
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62500
Physical Dimensions16.9 x 20.8 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain