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1985 Map of Black Mesa Butte
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1985 Map of Black Mesa Butte

USGS Topo · Published 1985

About this map

Cheese And Raisins, a distinctively named terrain feature, dominates the northwestern landscape of this mid-1980s Utah survey. The area is defined by the high, flat expanses of Black Mesa and White Mesa, which are carved by a network of drainage systems including Cottonwood Wash and Brushy Basin Wash. These deep incisions into the Colorado Plateau provide a clear picture of the region's geological complexity before modern environmental changes altered the surface water patterns. Evidence of human activity is sparse but notable, with scattered Prospect locations and a Mine Shaft indicating mineral exploration. Water sources, vital in this arid environment, are marked at Ruin Spring and Jakes Hole. The map also identifies the prominent landmark Black Mesa Butte, which serves as a navigational anchor for the surrounding canyons and draws.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1985
Date Published1985
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions21.8 x 26.6 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain