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2012 Map of Simon

Name: 2012 Topographic Map of Simon
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2012
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2012

About this map

Simon (Historical) marks a site of significant human activity in this corner of Nye County, positioned near the base of Simon Mountain. The landscape is defined by the high elevations of the Cedar Mountains, where peaks like Little Pilot Peak overlook a terrain characterized by vital water sources. These springs, including Humdinger Spring, Well Spring, and Lou Spring, provided necessary resources for the early mining and ranching interests that once occupied the region.

The distribution of these water points and the path of Omco Wash illustrate how natural topography dictated movement and settlement. Tracing the routes through Cedar Summit reveals the network of trails and roads that connected these springs to the historic settlement area. This map provides a detailed view of the high-desert environment where early pioneers and prospectors sought to establish themselves against the backdrop of the Nevada range.