1950 Map of Tecopa

About this map

Gunsight Mine and Noonday Mine anchor a high-desert landscape defined by mid-century mineral extraction and deep history in this 1950 field-checked survey. The map records a critical transition for the region, where a Dismantled Railroad follows the path of the Amargosa River, signaling the end of one industrial era while Tecopa Hot Springs and Tecopa suggest the area's enduring local centers. The terrain is dominated by the Resting Spring Range and the Nopah Range, separated by the broad expanse of Chicago Valley. This sheet captures the intersection of early pioneer routes and modern mining, specifically noting the historic Spanish Trail as it crosses through Emigrant Pass. Water remains the central feature of the arid environment, with reliable points like Resting Spr, China Ranch, and Willow Spring providing essential waypoints for travelers and miners alike.