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2018 Map of Crystal Hill

Name: 2018 Topographic Map of Crystal Hill
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2018
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2018

About this map

Crystal Hill and the surrounding high desert of La Paz County are defined by a complex network of ephemeral drainages and volcanic landforms. The landscape is dominated by the Plomosa Mountains and the distinct volcanic profile of Black Mesa, while named peaks like Dos Picachos rise above the alluvial fans. Water, though intermittent, has carved significant paths across this terrain, represented by Plomosa Wash, Colorado Wash, and Italian Wash to the north, and French Cr and Cave Cr to the south.

A notable historical and practical landmark is Dripping Spring, a rare water source indicated in the mountain canyons. Human presence is marked primarily by the industrial corridor of Pipeline Rd, which cuts across the southern portion of the quadrangle. This 2018 survey illustrates a region where the geology dictates the movement of both water and infrastructure, providing a modern baseline for researchers examining the unchanging desert topography.