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2015 Map of Furnace Creek

Name: 2015 Topographic Map of Furnace Creek
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2015
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2015

About this map

Furnace Creek and the settlement of Indian Village occupy the heart of this desert landscape, where water sources like Texas Springs and Travertine Springs provide vital points of relief against the arid terrain. The map traces the winding course of Furnace Cr Wash as it descends through Death Valley between the steep rises of the Funeral Mountains and the Black Mountains. This 2015 survey reveals the intricate topography of the Badlands, highlighting iconic landmarks such as Zabriskie Point, Manly Beacon, and the evocatively named Twenty Mule Team Canyon.

Infrastructure is concentrated along Badwater Rd and Airport Rd, serving as the gateway to diverse natural features like Golden Canyon and Mustard Canyon. To the south, the terrain drops toward the Middle Basin, with elevations reaching below sea level. The map offers a clear view of the complex drainages and gulches, including Gower Gulch and Desolation Canyon, that define the geological character of Death Valley National Park.