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1956 Map of Flynn

Name: 1956 Topographic Map of Flynn
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1966
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1966

About this map

The Providence Mountains and the Granite Mountains dominate this Mojave Desert landscape, sheltering a network of vital water sources and mineral claims. In a region where water dictated survival, the map records numerous named points including Snake Spring, Cornfield Spring, and Budweiser Spring. These springs supported early ranching and mining operations, such as the Pine Tree Ranch and the Vulcan Mine. The Union Pacific railroad cuts through the northern sector near the settlement of Flynn, following the natural corridor of the Winston Wash.

High-altitude landmarks like Fountain Peak overlook the subterranean wonders of Mitchell Caverns State Park, while the shifting topography of the Kelso Sand Dunes and the Devils Playground defines the western reaches. This survey documents the mid-century intersection of desert industry and conservation, noting several prospects like the C & K Mine and the Mexican Mine alongside the established park boundaries.