![]() | Along US 50, 4 miles east of Carson Street -- Carson City |
Original Date Visited: 5/27/07
Revisited: 11/18/21
Signed: Both lanes of US 50
Marker History: The original location for [1] was set for the Carson River bridge along Deer Run Road - a more historically accurate location (approximately one-half mile to the southeast) near the former site of the Gregory Mill. However, the SHPO deemed it a little out of the way. Instead, they settled on this particular spot along US 50. Despite it being the first marker in the system, this one has somehow lived a docile life. Since its debut, [1] has seen a number of improvements. In 1995, the mortar within its stone base was replaced, and in 2000, a more modern metal plaque (so often seen by many of the markers around the state) was placed over its original etched lettering to further protect it against wear and tear.