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1985 Map of Soda Lake West
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1985 Map of Soda Lake West

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

The Pioneer California Emigrant Trail and the Carson River Route converge in this arid landscape, marking a vital historical corridor through the Fortymile Desert. The settlement of Ragtown sits along the Carson River, a location where travelers on the overland trails famously rested after the grueling desert crossing. This 1980s-era survey details the complex hydrology of the Lahontan Valley, where the Southern Pacific railroad follows the path of the Massie Slough past the siding at Massie. To the south, the Swingle Bench and the cluster of buildings at Swingle represent the agricultural and ranching efforts supported by the river. The map also features the distinctive depressions of Soda Lake and Little Soda Lake, alongside markers for historical monuments that preserve the legacy of the emigrant experience in Churchill County.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1985
Date Published1985
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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This is the sole edition of this map. No revisions or reprints were ever made.

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain