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1985 Map of Olinghouse

Name: 1985 Topographic Map of Olinghouse
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1985
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

The Pah Rah Range dominates this portion of Washoe County, defining a landscape marked by deep canyons and isolated water sources. Settlement is sparse, anchored by the Olinghouse townsite and the Olinghouse Mine, reflecting the area's mining history. The drainage patterns are intricate, with seasonal flows moving through Olinghouse Canyon and Pierson Canyon toward the surrounding basins.

In the western reaches, the Home Ranch sits near the head of Wilcox Canyon, while vital water points like Sheehan Spring and Quaking Aspen Spring provided essential resources for livestock and prospectors. The northeastern corner touches the boundary of the Pyramid Lake Indian Reservation, highlighting the intersection of tribal lands and public domain. Significant peaks, including Pond Peak and Green Hill, provide vantage points over the complex terrain of the Virginia Mountains and the Great Basin.