1885 Map of Pioche

About this map

Pioche sits at the center of this reconnaissance study, reflecting the mining activity of the late nineteenth century. The settlement pattern is anchored by the proximity of Mt Ely and the processing facilities at Bullionville, which were connected to the agricultural supply of Panaca. The topography is defined by alternating north-south ranges and basins, such as the Highland Mountains and the Needle Mountains, which separate the expansive Desert Valley from the upper reaches of the Meadow Valley drainage system.