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1987 Map of Beatty Mtn

Name: 1987 Topographic Map of Beatty Mtn
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1987
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1987

About this map

Oasis Valley serves as a critical hydrological corridor in this arid landscape, where the ephemeral Amargosa River is supported by a series of geothermal and freshwater sources. The presence of Hot Springs, Hot Spring, and Ute Springs along the river's path indicates the unique geological activity of the region during the late 1980s. This water network contrasts sharply with the high, dry elevations of Bare Mountain and Yucca Mountain that define the eastern and southern horizons.

Industrial activity is concentrated in the rugged canyons, with evidence of extensive mineral exploration. Prospectors and mining operations have left a permanent mark on the terrain, notably at the Crowell Mine, Telluride Mine, and Thompson Mine. These sites, alongside numerous prospects in Fluorspar Canyon and Perlite Canyon, reflect the persistent search for valuable ores in the Nevada desert. Transportation in this era relied on a network of 4wd tracks and a remote Landing Strip north of Beatty Mtn.