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*HM 111*


-- Edwards Creek Valley --


Location: Central Churchill County, Edwards Creek Valley
Directions: Marker located along US 50, approx. 35 miles W of Austin

Location: 6
Visibility: 1
Accessibility: 1
Marker type: St (L)
   


Description:
Exact description as reads...

Abundant grass and brush found near its springs and intermittent streams were important ecological areas for the valley's prehistoric inhabitants. Shoshone Indians and their ancestors wandered seasonally to gather wild seeds and small game and settled here in winter camps. Later, Paiute Indians also lived in the valley. In 1854, Colonel John Reese discovered a route through Edwards Creek Valley shorter than the Humboldt Trail. Established by surveyor James Simpson in 1859, it was followed by the Pony Express, the Overland Telegraph and the Butterfield Overland Mail stages. An 1862 Austin gold rush route, too, it became the principal commercial artery until 1880.

When we visited in early October, US 50 was definitely NOT America's Loneliest Road!!
Marker 111 looking towards its bleak view of Edwards Creek Valley.

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