Byron Nevada
Byron Nevada Overview
Byron was a railroad siding (now considered extinct) that was located in Clark County, Nevada.
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Year Established/Founded
By 1914
Byron Nevada History
This one is hard to research but we will continue to keep a lookout for references while we are reading through old newspapers and history books.
Timeline
- 1941 – Population was approximately 10 residents
- 1949 – Byron was abandoned
Mines
Unknown at this time.
Railroads
Union Pacific Railroad
Post Office
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Newspaper
Unknown at this time.
The Population of Byron Nevada
About 10 in the early 1940s.
Elevation
1,782′
Location
Southwest of Moapa about 44 miles north of Las Vegas. Now part of the Moapa River Indian Reservation.
GPS Coordinates
36.613626, -114.680773Click here to view our recommended mobile apps for the outdoor explorer and what to take on your next road trip.
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Photos and Videos
None at this time.
References Used
- Wikipedia – Byron Nevada
- Union Pacific Railroad Map