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2021 Map of Kingman SE

Name: 2021 Topographic Map of Kingman SE
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2021
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2021

About this map

Griffith and Drake occupy the western edge of this landscape, situated along the transportation corridor that defines the interface between the Sacramento Valley and the rising slopes of the Cerbat Mountains. This 2021 survey illustrates how modern infrastructure, including the Frontage Rd and RR Access Rd, follows the historical paths carved through the Mojave Desert. The terrain is deeply incised by ephemeral drainage systems such as Griffith Wash and Black Rock Wash, which descend from higher elevations like Shingle Canyon toward the valley floor.

Water management in this arid environment is evidenced by features like Number Five Trough, Griffith Tank, and isolated water sources including Lookout Spring and Boulder Spring. To the east, the map reveals a complex network of ridges and drainages, notably Walnut Cr and Yellow Flower Cr within Cottonwood Canyon. These labels provide a precise record of local names and land use patterns in Mohave County, documenting the essential water points and access routes that sustain activity in this desert region.