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1966 Map of Thirsty Canyon

USGS Topo · Published 1967

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Pahute Mesa and Timber Mountain dominate this mid-century landscape within the Nellis Air Force Range, a region defined by high desert plateau and deep incisions like Thirsty Canyon. Traces of earlier transportation and ephemeral habitation appear across the terrain, notably the Las Vegas and Tonopah Railroad Grade cutting through the southwest. The presence of Oasis Springs and the Amargosa River in the Oasis Valley highlights the critical role of water in this arid environment, supporting the vicinity near the Camp Transvaal (Site). Produced in cooperation with the Atomic Energy Commission, the survey details a restricted landscape marked by a Military Reservation Boundary, remote prospects, and a solitary landing strip, capturing the intersection of early mining-era remnants and Cold War military operations.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1966
Date Published1967
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:62500
Physical Dimensions16.9 x 20.7 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain