1986 Map of Yucca Lake

About this map

Nevada Test Site infrastructure dominates this mid-1980s topographical study of the high desert, centered on the restricted basin of Yucca Flat. The map details the technical and logistical landscape of the nuclear testing grounds, showing an extensive network of Drill Holes alongside industrial markers like Substations, Tanks, and specialized Radio Facilities. The dry bed of Yucca Lake sits adjacent to the Landing Strip, while the Mercury Highway serves as the primary artery through the valley. This survey provides a precise look at the transition from the flat lakebed to the elevation of the CP Hills and the prominent Hogback ridge. Strategic points such as News Nob, the Heliport, and Yucca Pass are clearly identified, illustrating the operational footprint of the Department of Energy during this era of Cold War history.