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1970 Map of Frenchman Mtn., 1972 Print
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1970 Map of Frenchman Mtn.

USGS Topo · Published 1972

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Nellis Air Force Base occupies the northern edge of this Clark County landscape, where the flat valley floor meets the sharp ridges of Sunrise Mtn and Frenchman Mtn. This 1970 survey shows a region defined by complex desert geology and early resource extraction, marked by numerous Quarries, Prospects, and Mine workings scattered through the hills. Lake Mead Boulevard cuts a lone path eastward through the pass between the mountains, leading toward the Lake Mead National Recreation Area. The map reveals notable landmarks including the Natural Arch and the archeologically significant Gypsum Cave tucked near Gypsum Wash. In the south, the colorful sedimentary layers of Rainbow Gardens are prominent, while the Union Pacific rail line skirts the eastern edge near the Gale Hills, illustrating the intersection of military, industrial, and recreational interests in the Nevada desert.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1970
Date Published1972
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain