1968 Map of Minden

About this map

The Carson Range rises sharply from the valley floor, defining the western edge of this Nevada landscape where the Toiyabe National Forest meets the agricultural heart of Douglas County. The intricate hydrology of the Carson River system is mapped in detail, showing the complex network of the East Fork Carson River and West Fork Carson River as they feed into a dense grid of sloughs and irrigation channels like the Heise Company Ditch. This water management system supported the development of early settlements including Minden and Gardnerville, which are shown alongside smaller ranching communities at Mottsville and Sheridan. For those tracing local heritage, the map identifies specific family and pioneer landmarks, including the Captain George Cem, the Mottsville Cem, and the historic Walleys Hot Springs, alongside the Douglas Co High Sch.