Loading map...

2011 Map of Winston

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Winston
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Chloride and Winston serve as the primary anchors for this Sierra County landscape, where the legacy of silver and mineral exploration is etched into the terrain. The map meticulously documents a high concentration of mining claims north and south of Mineral Creek, including the Saint Cloud Mines, U.S. Treasury Mine, and the White Mountain Group. These extraction sites are linked by a network of forest service roads and county routes that navigate the complex drainages of Chloride Creek and Cuchillo Negro Creek.

Genealogists and local historians will find value in the location of the Santa Niño Cemetery and the Winston Post Office, providing clear reference points for the community's civic and personal history. The topography is defined by significant elevations such as Hagins Peak and Way-Up Mountain, while smaller landmarks like Treasury Windmill and Midnight Cabin offer insights into the pastoral and industrial footprint of the early 21st century.