1966 Map of Thirsty Canyon

About this map

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.