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1894 Map of Wabuska

Name: 1894 Topographic Map of Wabuska
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1921
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1921

About this map

The Carson River and Walker River systems define the drainage of this late-nineteenth-century Nevada landscape, where early transit routes followed the natural corridors between high desert peaks. Surveyed in the late 1880s, the map highlights the junction of water and rail near the Walker Lake Indian Reservation. The presence of Stockton Well and Alkali Flat underscores the importance of reliable water sources for travelers and ranchers in this arid territory.

Small settlements such as Wabuska, Clifton, and Barnett are positioned along the river valleys, serving as vital hubs for the local economy. The Walker River Railroad cuts across the southeastern plains, connecting remote outposts like Cleaver to the broader regional network. In the high ground, landmarks like Churchill Butte and Como Peak dominate the skyline, while narrow passages such as Mason Pass and Mill Canyon provided the primary means of movement through the rugged interior.