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1987 Map of Caine Springs

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

USGS Topo · Published 1987

About this map

Hartnet anchors this high-desert survey of the Wayne County backcountry in the mid-1980s. The landscape is dominated by the dramatic geological formations of the North Caineville Reef and the expansive Moroni Slopes, showcasing the intricate drainage systems of the Caineville Wash and Salt Wash. A complex network of water sources, including Willow Seep and the eponymous Caine Springs, suggests the vital importance of seasonal water in this arid environment.

The topography transitions from the Middle Desert in the west to the elevated plateau of Wood Bench in the east. Notable landmarks like Black Mountain provide clear reference points for those studying the physical geography of the region before modern digital mapping. This provisional edition preserves the precise layout of unpaved roads and trails that connected these remote points, offering a clear record of land use and navigation during the era.