2015 Map of Lime Wash

About this map

The South Virgin Mountains define the high eastern boundary of this desert landscape, where the arid terrain descends into the eastern reaches of the Lake Mead National Recreation Area. The map reveals a complex system of seasonal drainage and springs essential to life in the Mojave Desert, including Quail Spring, Mockingbird Spring, and Maynard Spring. These water sources are dispersed among landforms like Lime Canyon and Lime Ridge, which channel runoff through the eponymous Lime Wash toward the reservoir. Along the shoreline, the topography transitions into the Virgin Basin, marked by distinct coastal features such as Submarine Point, Twin Peaks Cove, and the aptly named Glory Hole. The map serves as a precise record of the shoreline and wilderness boundaries in Clark County during the early 21st century.