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1990 Map of Shoshone Meadows
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1990 Map of Shoshone Meadows

USGS Topo · Published 1990

About this map

Shoshone Mountains topography dominates this late-twentieth-century study of the Churchill County high country. The landscape is defined by its drainage systems and mineral potential, with Shoshone Creek winding through the center of the sheet toward the lush Shoshone Meadows. This area served as a vital water source in an otherwise arid environment, supported by Shoshone Springs. Evidence of human industry is scattered across the slopes, specifically within the western canyons where multiple Mine and Prospect labels indicate a history of geological exploration. The terrain is marked by sharp elevation changes, particularly around Mud Canyon, reflecting the isolated character of the Nevada interior before modern development reached these higher elevations. This provisional survey captures the intersection of natural spring-fed oases and the extractive search for resources.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1990
Date Published1990
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain