Rowland, Nevada

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Rowland, Nevada
Ghost Town
Rowland is located in Nevada
Rowland
Rowland
Location within the state of Nevada
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Country United States
State Nevada
County Elko
Elevation 4,924 ft (1,501 m)
Time zone Pacific (PST) (UTC-8)
 • Summer (DST) PDT (UTC-7)

Rowland is a ghost town in Elko County, Nevada in the United States.[1]

History

Rowland was established in 1880s as a ranching community and never found quality ore. There were services such as a post office, a store, and a saloon. The post office closed in November 1942 and was the end of the community. A number of buildings from the early years remain including Scott’s store and saloon and an old warehouse.[2]

Notes

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