2014 Map of Silver Zone Pass

About this map

Silver Zone Pass serves as a critical corridor through the high desert of Elko County, where the Toano Range creates a formidable natural barrier. This 2014 survey documents the modern infrastructure following this historical transit route, primarily the path of Alt 93 as it descends from the pass into the Silver Zone Basin. The map captures the quiet, isolated character of the Great Basin, punctuated by named points like Silver Zone, Cliffside, and Proctor. These locations trace the alignment of the railroad through the basin, marking where rail operations and local topography meet. In the higher elevations to the north, the geography is defined by more specialized features such as the Collar and Elbow Basin, along with vital water sources like Toano Number Thirteen Spring and Collar and Elbow Spring, which underscore the importance of water management in this arid Nevada landscape.