Storey County
Storey
County is located in western Nevada and is bordered by the counties of Carson,
Lyon and Washoe. Storey County history dates to 1859, when gold was discovered,
prompting a rush from the mining districts of California. Shortly there
after, the Comstock Lode was renowned as "The Richest Place on Earth",
with thousands of residents calling the area home. Not too long after, mining
went bust and has since given way to tourism as the leading element of the
county's economy. Created November 25, 1861, Storey County was named for
Captain Edward Faris Storey, one of the first residents of Virginia City
and a commander in the Pyramid Lake War of 1860. Storey County covers approximately
262 square miles and accounts for approximately 0.24 percent 
of
Nevada's total surface area of 110,540 square miles.*
Virginia City
Established in 1861, Virginia City became the richest mining town in the
world. San Francisco was built from the mines of the Comstock and the Civil
War was partially financed from the gold and silver discovered beneath the
city. Today's Virginia City is remarkably the same as it was during its
heyday with the wooden sidewalks, restored mansions, mine tours, "Old
West" saloons and the Piper Opera House. Mark Twain began his illustrious
writing career at Virginia City's own "Territorial Enterprise"
and one can visit his, and many other, museums all within walking distance
in this richly historic town. The city, with the surrounding Comstock Historic
District, encompasses the Comstock mines, and the towns of Gold Hill and
Silver City where it all began. The entire area is now a National Landmark
and is easy to reach, just 23 miles southeast of Reno and 23 miles northeast
of Carson City.
Lockwood
The
community of Lockwood is located 28 miles from Virginia City. The area is
nestled along the beautiful Truckee River and surrounding hillsides. Reno/
Sparks is a quick five miles west on I-80. Several small companies ranging
from high-tech industries to agriculture help make up the community.
*Source: Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation