1967 Map of Arrastra Mtn

About this map

The Poachie Range and Arrastra Mountain dominate this mid-century desert landscape in Mohave County. This 1967 field-checked survey reveals a remote high-desert environment defined by sparse water sources and early mining activity. Vital water points such as Poachie Spring, Colorado Spring, and Snake Spring are scattered throughout the elevations, providing essential resources in an otherwise arid terrain. Evidence of mineral exploration is visible through several labels, including the Antler Mine in the southern reaches and multiple Prospect sites. A network of Jeep Trails provides the primary means of traversal through the mountainous gaps, connecting the low-lying Government Wash with higher ridgelines. The presence of a Well and various springs suggests the persistent human effort to secure water in this part of Arizona during the late 1960s.