1973 Map of Fife Mountain

About this map

The Clover Mountains dominate this high-desert landscape in Lincoln County, where water management is the primary marker of human presence. Published from a 1973 field check, the map reveals a network of high-elevation catchment systems, including Three Points Reservoir, Cedar Reservoir, and Pine Canyon Reservoir, which features a gaging station and dam. The terrain is characterized by broad alluvial features like Fife Flat and Sheep Flat, interspersed with steep canyons such as Jacks Canyon. Scattered infrastructure like a quarry and numerous corrals suggest the area was utilized for both mineral extraction and livestock ranging. Springs like Fife Spring and Grapevine Spring provide vital natural water points amidst the dry washes of Gum Hill.