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1972 Map of La Madre Mtn

Name: 1972 Topographic Map of La Madre Mtn
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1986
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1986

About this map

La Madre Mountain dominates this portion of the Clark County desert, where the transition from high ridgelines to alluvial basins is marked by complex geology and early human utility. In the early 1970s, the landscape featured a network of water sources vital for both wildlife and early travelers, including White Rock Spring, Ash Creek Spring, and Red Spring. The presence of a Sandstone Quarry near the Calico Hills indicates the area's value for building materials, while a Prospect further north hints at smaller-scale mineral exploration.

Recreational patterns of the era are visible through the development of the Red Rock Scenic Drive and the Willow Spring Picnic Area. These improvements suggest the transformation of the Sandstone Bluffs and Icebox Canyon into a managed conservation and tourism area. Significant topographical landmarks like Turtlehead Mtn and Bridge Mountain frame the Brownstone Basin, providing clear reference points for surveyors and desert navigators alike.