1965 Map of Valmy

About this map

The Humboldt River and its intricate drainage system of Herrin Slough and Cottonwood Creek dominate this 1965 survey of the Nevada landscape. To the west, the broad Pumpernickel Valley stretches toward the prominent peaks of Treaty Hill and Lone Tree Hill. The map documents a critical transportation corridor where the Southern Pacific railroad follows the river's path, intersected by major highway developments like the Stonehouse Interchange and the Valmy Interchange. Small-scale agricultural and ranching operations are evidenced by the presence of Nelson Ranch and Hunter Ranch, while natural water sources such as Stonehouse Spring and Plank Spr highlight the essential resources for desert survival and settlement. The transition of the terrain from flat valley floors to the winding river banks is captured with precise topographic detail.