2012 Map of Cow Cove

About this map

Button Mountain anchors the topography of this high-desert landscape in San Bernardino County, defined by a network of ephemeral drainages and isolated infrastructure. The map records a series of essential water management features across the arid terrain, including Water Tank Number 1, Water Tank Number 2, and Water Tank Number 3, which support the remote area's sparse human activity. Transportation is limited to the prominent Aiken Mine Rd, which cuts diagonally across the southeastern corner of the quadrangle, likely serving as a vital access point for regional mining operations or cattle ranching. The drainage patterns of Black Tank Wash and the presence of Black Tank further illustrate the critical importance of water location in this environment. To the north, the topographic depression of Cow Cove provides a distinct geographical focus within the larger desert expanse.