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1970 Map of Condor Canyon, 1973 Print
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1970 Map of Condor Canyon

USGS Topo · Published 1973

About this map

Meadow Valley Wash carves through the arid landscape of Lincoln County, providing a critical north-south corridor for the Union Pacific railroad during the early 1970s. This survey, grounded in 1969 aerial photography, reveals the sparse but vital human footprints in the high desert, most notably at Delmue Ranch where water from nearby Springs supports localized activity. The drainage patterns of Hamlight Canyon and Dry Wash illustrate the complex watershed that feeds into the main valley, while the Panaca Hills dominate the central terrain. Significant landmarks for local navigation and history include the Landmark Letter etched on the slope of Black Hill, a common regional tradition of hillside monograms. Scattered infrastructure such as a Borrow Pit and various Jeep Trails hint at the ongoing utility and exploration of these desert reaches.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1970
Date Published1973
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain