Johnson Lake Mine Historic District
Johnson Lake Mine Historic District, Mining historic district in White Pine County, Nevada, US.
The Johnson Lake Mine Historic District contains mining structures, log cabins, and an aerial tramway system at an elevation of 11,000 feet.
The district achieved prominence during World War I when its tungsten production contributed to manufacturing military equipment, including tanks and radio transmitters.
The preserved log buildings, mining equipment, and personal artifacts demonstrate the industrial methods and living conditions of early 20th-century mining communities.
Visitors need to complete a 7.4-mile round trip hike with 2,700 feet elevation gain from Snake Creek Road to reach the district.
The district features an 18-inch-wide ore-bearing quartz vein that extends 1,800 feet into the mountainside of the Snake Range.
Location: White Pine County
GPS coordinates: 38.94242,-114.29516
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:35
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