This one held up pretty well. Loss (or damage) of roof is not a catastrophe in this country as it is in other parts of the country. Wattle and daub (jacal) can last a suprisingly long time in arid conditions.
Nye County, Nevada, USA
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The adobe sloooowly going away.
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Monitor mountain range in view across Monitor Valley.
Stone House Station was built during the days of Nevada Territory (1861-1864), and its story seems right out of a western movie. While operating as a freight and stage stop, there was a shoot-out where the owner was killed. Operated for many years by the widow, it became the Monitor Valley's social center. Weddings, dances and other parties were held on the second floor. When no longer needed as a freight and stage station, it became a ranch headquarters for many decades. At one point it was owned by old Nevada bigshot Key Pittman. Ranch consolidation in the 1960's or 70's led to the abandonment of the buildings. Some of the buildings were used as a camp by drillers exploring for minerals in the Toquima range in the late 20th century. The meadows and corrals are still in use for ranching.
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Toquima mountain range in view.
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Stone house ranch was built as a freight and stage station before 1864. Operated for many years along the Ellsworth-Ophir-Barley Creek freight route. When that was over, it was a ranch for many decades and was ultimately abandoned. Nice location with watered meadows.
The old west vibe is strong here!
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