1987 Map of Tonopah

About this map

Tonopah serves as the central hub of this high-desert region, surrounded by a legacy of significant mining activity as shown in the late 1980s. The town sits at the crossroads of major transit routes, including Highway 95 and Highway 6, with its silver mining heritage evidenced by the Mizpah Mine and other nearby operations like the Cardinal Mine and Sullivan Mine. The landscape is dominated by expansive basins and ranges, including the Big Smoky Valley and the Monte Cristo Range, while more remote outposts like Millers, Gilbert, and Coaldale mark the surrounding terrain. Further west, the Columbus Salt Marsh provides a stark contrast to the mountainous backdrop of the Pilot Mountains, while the northeastern corner reaches into the high elevations of the Toiyabe National Forest. This survey captures the region's transition from a primary mining economy to an era of specialized land use, including the Tonopah Airport and various landing strips across the valleys.