2018 Map of Flattop Mountain

About this map

Flattop Mtn dominates the central portion of this arid landscape within the Mojave Desert. The presence of the Flattop Mountain Spring offers a rare water point in a terrain otherwise defined by ephemeral drainage systems like Crestview Wash and Hacienda Wash. Toward the southeast, the topography becomes increasingly complex as the Sacramento Mountains rise, featuring landmarks such as Eagle Peak and the natural corridor of Eagle Pass. Historically, the area serves as a transit corridor, with Interstate 40 cutting across the northern reaches above the Piute Valley. This survey captures the relationship between high desert landforms and the critical infrastructure that connects the region, providing a detailed view of the township and range grid across these remote basins and peaks.