2012 Map of Arrow Canyon SW

About this map

Hidden Valley and the expansive basin of Dry Lake define this arid landscape within Clark County. This 2012 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey illustrates a stark desert environment where topographic contours trace the gradual descent into the lake bed. A primary corridor for travel is established by Highway 93, which bisects the valley floor from north to south. The map provides a clear record of the area's natural drainage patterns and the isolated character of the terrain before further infrastructure or development might alter the basin's floor. The minimalist settlement pattern shown here emphasizes the dominance of the basin and range geology characteristic of this portion of Nevada.