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2014 Map of Devils Throat

Name: 2014 Topographic Map of Devils Throat
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2014
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2014

About this map

Devils Throat stands as a prominent geological landmark within this arid corner of Clark County, where the high desert meets the southwestern edge of the Virgin Mountains. The landscape is defined by its drainage systems, most notably Mud Wash and Gold Butte Wash, which cut through a complex series of ridges and basins. These ephemeral watercourses served as critical navigation corridors for early travelers, with Gold Butte Rd following the natural contours of the land to connect isolated points like Red Rock Springs.

Evidence of historical water management in this harsh environment is visible through features such as Hartman Tank and Mud Spring. To the east, the terrain descends toward Greasewood Basin and Saint Thomas Gap, providing a clear record of the topographic challenges faced by settlers and miners moving through the Mojave Desert. The proximity of Whitney Ridge and Tramp Ridge further illustrates the isolated, high-elevation character of this desert territory.