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1939 Map of Sonoma Range

Name: 1939 Topographic Map of Sonoma Range
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1951
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1951

About this map

The Humboldt River corridor defines this portion of Northern Nevada, serving as a vital artery for both the Southern Pacific and Western Pacific railroads. Centered on the towering Sonoma Range, the landscape transitions from the major settlement at Winnemucca toward the mining and ranching outposts of Battle Mountain. The era's transportation network is anchored by the Victory Highway, which parallels the rail lines and connects small stations like Golconda and Valmy.

Beyond the river valleys, the terrain is marked by broad basins such as Grass Valley and Buffalo Valley, separated by steep ranges like the Fish Creek Mountains. Local history is embedded in the many family-named landmarks, including Kent Ranch and Ellison Ranch, alongside markers of early aviation like the various Airway Beacon points. The presence of the Quicksilver Mine and the Site of Old Indian Fort provides specific points of interest for researchers tracing the industrial and cultural layers of the region.