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2018 Map of Apex

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Apex
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

North Las Vegas territory dominates the southern reach of this landscape, where the urban periphery meets the stark expanse of the Mojave Desert. The map centers on the critical transportation corridor of the Apex Summit, a high point along the interstate and rail routes that connect the Las Vegas valley to points north. Small industrial or transit settlements like Arrolime, Apex, and Dike punctuate the arid terrain, highlighting the infrastructure-heavy nature of the region.

Ephemeral hydrology is represented by the winding course of Gypsum Wash, which carves through the basin east of the main mountain passes. Modern industrial development is evident through named thoroughfares such as Nadine Petersen Blvd and Bergstrom Ave, while the presence of the Old Spanish Trail Rd suggests the deep historical roots of these desert crossings. The grid of power lines, including the prominently marked Power Line Rd, underscores the area's role as a vital utility corridor for the growing metropolitan region.