1967 Map of Morgan Hill

About this map

The Humboldt River corridor dominates the southern portion of this landscape, serving as a vital artery for transportation in Elko County. During the late 1960s, this area witnessed the coexistence of heavy rail and emerging modern highways, with the Southern Pacific and Western Pacific railroads flanking the river. The introduction of the River Ranch Interchange along Route 80 signals the transition to high-speed interstate travel through the high desert. To the north, the terrain rises sharply toward Peko Peak and Morgan Hill, a region marked by isolated water sources such as White Hills Well and Warm Springs. This map captures a specific moment in Nevada's ranching and transit history, anchored by the River Ranch and the expansive Dennis Flats.