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2011 Map of Crossman Peak

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Crossman Peak
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Crossman Peak dominates this high-desert landscape in Mohave County, serving as a primary topographical anchor for the surrounding drainages. The 2011 survey reveals an arid network of seasonal waterways, including Franconia Wash and the sprawling Falls Springs Wash which cuts across the central elevations. These desert washes are critical to the local geography, leading toward the Colorado River basin and defining the natural corridors of the region.

Water sources are scarce but significant, marked on the map by Cottonwood Spring and Jupiter Spring, which likely served as vital stopover points for early travelers and local wildlife. The rugged character of the terrain is further defined by several deep incisions such as Blacksmith Canyon, Burro Canyon, and Deer Canyon. These named features provide essential landmarks for hikers, geologists, and those studying the natural history of the Mohave desert's interior.